05/01/2026
Hot weather is forecast for today and the next few days - Extreme heat can affect anybody.
Those more at-risk include people over the age of 65, babies and young children, pregnant women, people with acute or chronic health problems and people who are socially isolated.
Heat can cause serious and potentially fatal health problems such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke, trigger sudden events like heart attack or stroke, or worsen existing medical conditions like kidney or lung disease.
Take steps to protect yourself and others by keeping cool, staying hydrated, planning ahead and checking in with others.
Recognising early symptoms of heat-related health problems and taking action is crucial.
If you need help today, don’t wait. If you can’t get into your local GP, Warrnambool Urgent Care Centre is available Monday to Sunday 9:30am-9:30pm - contact: 03 99758403 In an emergency, always call 000.
Stay informed via the VicEmergency app, and most importantly take care of each other 😀
Head to Better Health for further information, tips and tricks: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/extreme-heat
