09/01/2026
Hot weather can be dangerous for everyone, but particularly for young children and vulnerable people.
With extreme heat conditions are expected for much of NSW this week, including parts of Western NSW, here are some simple tips for keeping your family cool and hydrated:
- Enjoy outdoor activities and exercise in the cooler parts of the day.
- Keep your home cool by closing curtains and blinds and use fans or air conditioning.
- Offer babies under six months, more frequent milk feeds.
- For older children, offer water frequently.
If you need medical advice over summer and your usual doctor isn't available, you can call healthdirect anytime day or night, for free, on 1800 022 222 and get the help you need.
Find out more by visiting these helpful links:
- NSW Ambulance information about when heatwave conditions may be expected for your area: www.ambulance.nsw.gov.au/in-the-community/warnings
- NSW Health information on staying healthy in hot weather: www.health.nsw.gov.au/heat.
- NSW Government information on heatwaves: www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/heatwaves
