Published on Saturday, 20 January 2024 at 12:00:00 PM
The Shire of Ashburton is anticipating an extreme heatwave across parts of Inland Pilbara this weekend – including Paraburdoo, Bellary Springs and Wakathuni Communities.
Please ensure you take these steps to keep safe;
- Stay hydrated
- Avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks
- Apply sunscreen regularly
- Limit time outdoors
- Wear lightweight, light-coloured and loose-fitting clothing
- Sleep with just a sheet in the coolest part of the house
- If able, close blinds
- Never leave a person or pet in a closed car
- Seek a place to keep cool
- If available, use fans or air-conditioners
- Wrap medications needing refrigeration in foil or heat repellent containers with an icepack to keep them cool if there is a power outage.
As always, please use our emergency dashboard for updates on weather and fire ban warnings to keep cautious and aware of changing weather conditions; Dashboard (ashburton.wa.gov.au)
Seek medical help if you experience a change in your health.
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