General News
27 January, 2026
Residents urged to keep cool
Residents across Western Victoria are being urged to take steps to protect themselves from today’s extreme heat. Heatwave conditions continue this week with the temperature today expected to reach 45+ degrees.
Residents across Western Victoria are being urged to take steps to protect themselves from today’s extreme heat.
Heatwave conditions continue this week with the temperature today expected to reach 45+ degrees.
People over 65 years old, babies and young children, pregnant women, people with pre-existing medical conditions and people who are socially isolated are most at risk.
Back-to-back days of extreme heat coupled with high overnight temperatures can interfere with your body's natural ability to cool down and can cause heat illness, including cramps and heat exhaustion. If left untreated, this can lead to heatstroke, a life threatening illness.
Symptoms of heatstroke include turning pale, a rapid or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, nausea and fainting. You may also stop sweating. This is a medical emergency and you should call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
Take action now to protect yourself and others against the health impacts of extreme heat.
What you should do:
Stay cool on hot days: Use an air conditioner or a fan, wear light and loose clothing, or splash or spray cool water onto your skin.
Keep hydrated: Always take a drink bottle with you.
Check in with family, friends and neighbours: Let people know you are OK or check in on those at increased risk including people over the age of 65, young children and babies, pregnant women, people with acute or chronic health problems and people who are socially isolated.
Plan ahead: Cancel or reschedule activities for a cooler time of the day and check the weather forecast regularly.
Heat can also stress pets. Provide cool, clean water and shade for your pets and animals.
Know the symptoms of heat-related illness and monitor your health. To find out more information visit https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/heat-related-health-problems