Useful links and information on Cyclone Yasi

TV and radio transmission interruptions are occurring. Reliable broadcasts are available on short wave radio: day 9710kHz, and night 6080kHz or listen live below http://www.abc.net.au/emergency/cyclone/yasi/

The SES advises that you should not drive through flood waters, or allow children to play in or near flood water. If you're worried about friends or family in the cyclone area, ring the National Registration and Inquiry System (NRIS) number, 1300 993 191 rather than contacting local police stations. International enquiries for the NRIS can be made at + 61 7 3055 6220.

Go to the Queensland Police Service's Facebook page for advice on preparing for a cyclone and what you must do during and before evacuation.

It also has evacuation maps, website links (on ABC News, road conditions and local disaster information): http://www.facebook.com/QueenslandPolice?v=app_6009294086

Cyclone Preparation
For important advice and safety tips on preparing for a cyclone, please read EMQ’s “Preparing for Cyclones” pamphlet at http://www.emergency.qld.gov.au/emq/css/pdf/English_Cyclone%20Book_11oct07.pdf

Queensland Government State Disaster Management Group
For up to date information on disaster preparation and recovery, visit
http://www.disaster.qld.gov.au/

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Tackling heat waves head on in Australia

Information from NSW Health's Media Release: 

“While heat-related illness may affect anyone, certain groups are particularly vulnerable. These include the over 75s, infants and children, people with a chronic medical condition and people who live alone,” Dr Smith said.

“During hot weather, it is very important for people stay in regular contact with their elderly friends, neighbours and relatives, and look out for other vulnerable members of their community,”

 

Some simple precautions will help people minimise their risk of heat-related illness:

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More information about heat-health, including downloadable advice in several languages, can be found on the NSW Health website: http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/heat/index.asp

 

Tackling heat waves in Australia, part 2 - NSW Health fact sheet

The following information is from NSW Govt's Health Emergency website. If you need emergency assistance, ring triple zero (000).

People suffer heat-related illness when their bodies can no longer effectively cool. Very high body temperatures can damage vital organs and the brain.

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Fact sheets on dealing with heat waves and heat related illnesses http://www.emergency.health.nsw.gov.au/heat/index.asp