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01 Feb 2021... If you live in a bushfire-affected area your water source could become contaminated from debris, ash, small dead animals or aerial fire retardants. If the water tastes, looks or smells unusual, do not drink it or give it to animals. Also, you should not source water from a creek that has been affected by bushfire as the water may be contaminated. Water drawn from deep bores or wells should continue to be safe to use.

03 Apr 2024... When returning to a flood-affected area, wild animals, including rodents, snakes or spiders, may be trapped in your home, shed or garden. This fact sheet includes information on how to deal with animals and insects after a flood and on minimising the risks.

03 Apr 2024... Information on how to stay safe after a flood. When returning to your home after a flood, read this information to protect yourself and your family from possible injury or illness.

01 Dec 2020... What to do when a baby is choking? This factsheet with a lot of pictures illustrates how to prevent choking and clear blockages for babies.

01 Feb 2018... Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction and potentially life-threatening. It should always be treated as a medical emergency requiring immediate treatment. Most cases of anaphylaxis occur after a person with a severe allergy is exposed to the allergen they are allergic to (usually a food, insect or medication).

01 Aug 2020... Find out how to get help in an emergency from Police, Fire Rescue and Ambulance Services in Victoria by calling triple zero (000).

01 Nov 2021... NURSE-ON-CALL is a phone service that provides immediate, expert health advice from a registered nurse, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

01 Sep 2020... This fact sheet explains that triple zero should only be called when you need police, fire or ambulance and what information you'll need to provide to the operator.

01 Oct 2017... Home safety and injury prevention poster on poisoning prevention.

01 Dec 2023... This book is made by Fire Rescue Victoria and the Country Fire Authority for people in Victoria.  This book is about how to prevent fires in your home what to do if there is a fire in your home