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Watch for heat-related problems
As Summer heat continues, people are being urged to
watch for heat-related illnesses.
Council has drawn attention to NSW Health
advice that persistent hot weather has the potential
to cause problems ranging from rashes and cramps, to
more serious heat stroke.
Generally, problems are caused when high temperatures,
humidity or dehydration causes people to overheat.
See
NSW Health advice.
See our online UV meter Council also joins with the Australian Bureau of Meteorology
and the Cancer Council to provide an online
UV meter.
Check the reading before heading out into the sun and
see what precautions are advised by the Cancer Council.
Protecting animals Pets can also feel the heat during Summer. The RSPCA
offers these suggestions for helping your animals
during hot weather.
Keeping your garden alive
Gardens can wilt in hot weather. See these guidelines
to help
your plants remain healthy.
Cooling down your car
Driving a car in hot weather can be particularly uncomfortable.
Here's some tips for cooling down your vehicle.
Efficient use of air conditioners
See these links about the efficient and effective
use of air conditioning.
http://whirlpool.net.au/wiki/?tag=aircon_faq
http://www.energy.com.au/energy/ea.nsf/Content/NSW+TOU+Bus+Energy+Saving+Tips
Wyong Employment Zone
See a fact sheet on this project
Warnervale Town Centre
See a Fact Sheet (PDF - 2.90 MB) on this project
Page last updated: 13/01/2010
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