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01 Nov 2022... 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.

01 Nov 2022... When returning to your home after a flood, read this information to protect yourself and your family from possible injury or illness.

Advice on some things you can do to minimise your risk of heat-related illness.

01 Feb 2017... A big wind blows away Birdie's nest! A story for young children about recovering from cyclones.Natural disasters like storms, cyclones, floods or fire can be very frightening and upsetting for babies and young children. Playing a therapeutic game or reading a story with a caring adult can help a young child work through the scary experiences and 'big feelings'. There's information for parents and carers too.

Birdie and her friends take shelter from an earthquake. A story for young children about recovering from earthquakes and tsunamis.

01 Jul 2013... This factsheet provides information on heat-related illness as well as heat stroke. Heat-related illness can range from mild conditions such as dehydration or cramps to very serious conditions such as heat stroke. Heat can also worsen many existing medical conditions.

01 Nov 2020... Audio files to download with information about Home Fire Safety. Most fatal fires occur in the home, but the real tragedy is that many of these could be avoided. This brochures provides a checklist on preventative measures you can undertake to minimise the chance of a fire in your house.

01 Oct 2019... This video provides information for students to know how to call Triple Zero (000) in an emergency.

Fire safe behaviour is reliant on the awareness of risk and knowing what to do to reduce that risk. Adequate supervision and positive role modelling for young children is very important. Parents and carers can help reduce this risk by controlling or removing possible re hazards around the home.

Advice on how to be prepared for a fire

This factsheet lists some risks and how to reduce them as well as what you need to do if a grassfire starts.

01 Dec 2016... The A2 poster explains your body is 70% water, dehydration reduces your attention and ability to concentrate by 13%. Drinking 6-8 glasses a day helps to keep you in top shape.

Lots of plants are poisonous or capable of causing highly allergic reactions. Some will also pierce you with their sharp spines. Few actually do lasting harm but some should be treated with care and respect.

01 Dec 2015... These posters have been developed to assist communities in the event or aftermath of a fire.

Video water safety messages in other languages for older Victorians, people caring for small children, and men.

Fact sheet on the history and facts of Asbestos including the national strategic plan to eradicate it.

01 Apr 2022... A water safety campaign featuring resources to help prevent drowning deaths in multicultural communities across Australia. Developed by Royal Life Saving Society – Australia, the “To Keep Our Community Safe When Swimming, Fishing and Boating” water safety resources are in written and audio format.

01 Jun 2018... Brochure with tips on how to stay safe during a heatwave.

24 Jan 2023... Having a fire plan and preparing your property now could save your life. The resource provides information about Fire Danger Rating, how to plan for bushfires and grassfires, what does Leave Early means and Total Fire Ban days.

01 Feb 2017... Birdie and her friends have to get away from a bushfire. A story for young children about recovering from fires. Natural disasters like storms, cyclones, floods or fire can be very frightening and upsetting for babies and young children. Playing a therapeutic game or reading a story with a caring adult can help a young child work through the scary experiences and 'big feelings'. There's information for parents and carers too.

01 Mar 2016... Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) are bacterial organisms that have some of the characteristics of bacteria and some of algae. They are present in almost all aquatic ecosystems in Australia, including rivers, lakes and estuaries. Under certain environmental conditions, blue-green algae concentrations in water can rapidly increase and form visible blooms or scums. Water affected by blue-green algae may be unsuitable for drinking, recreational activities such as swimming and fishing, and agricultural uses. Some species of blue-green algae produce toxins that are harmful to humans and animals when they are eaten, inhaled or contact the skin.

This information will assist you with cleaning up, property security, gas, electricity, water, telephone, insurance issues and finding alternative housing after a fire.

01 Dec 2021... Know the effects of extreme heat, who is at risk and how you can prepare yourself and others.

01 Dec 2021... Know the effects of extreme heat, who is at risk and how you can prepare yourself and others

This fact sheet lists the 6 steps you need to do in case of a fire.

Understanding burn and scald injuries.

01 Oct 2018... This video gives an overview of key preparation activities you can undertake before the bushfire season e.g. cleaning your gutters, cutting your grass.

01 Mar 2010... Victoria's fire authorities, the MFB and CFA, together with the state's gas safety watchdog, Energy Safe Victoria (ESV), and the Victorian Adult Burns Service at The Alfred Hospital, are urging the community to be careful when using gas BBQs.

01 Oct 2020... When power outages occur, usually as a result of severe weather events, people sometimes use alternative sources of fuel or electricity generation for cooking, lighting, heating, or power. Portable generators can allow some normal activities to continue, however, it is important to use them with extreme caution. Carbon monoxide is invisible, and you cannot smell it. If it builds up in a home, garage or caravan it can cause sudden illness, loss of consciousness and death. Protect yourself and your family from injury or death by following these safety tips.

01 Dec 2015... Posters to assist communities in the event or aftermath of a fire.

31 Oct 2022... Easy English book and Auslan video with information about the help you can get in a natural disaster. A natural disaster is when extreme weather causes lots of damage. For example a flood, a bushfire, a storm or an earthquake.

31 Oct 2022... This document explains what financial support is available for people who live in Victoria and have been affected by a natural disaster. Sometimes severe weather can cause natural disasters, such as bushfires, floods, storms and earthquakes.

01 Dec 2021... Information on emergency relief payment eligibility, documents you need to provide for an application, how emergency relief payments are paid and how to get help.

01 Jun 2018... Use this checklist to tick off the items as you put your emergency kit together. Having an emergency kit ready to go can help you save precious time if you have to leave in a hurry.

01 Jun 2018... You can prepare your home and reduce potential damage from storms with these few simple steps.

19 Oct 2022... If you’re directly affected by a declared disaster, Centrelink have lump sum payments and ongoing, short term allowances to help you. You may be eligible for more than one of these.

24 Jan 2023... Find out how you can plan and prepare for the fire season. Victoria is one of the most fire-prone areas in the world and bushfires and grassfires are a part of life. Bushfires and grassfires start quickly, often without warning and they can threaten lives and properties within minutes. All Victorians need to know how to plan for and respond to fire.

24 Jan 2023... If you live, work or plan to travel through Victoria, you may be at risk of fire. Not all fires are equal. How you should respond depends on where your property is and the environment around it. This is a general guide to help you identify your risk of fire based on your location. If you are not sure about fire risk for your property, you can speak to your local fire brigade.

Rips are complex, can quickly change shape and location, and at times, are difficult to see. The things to look for are deeper, dark-coloured water; fewer breaking waves; a rippled surface surrounded by smooth waters; and anything floating out to sea or foamy, discoloured, sandy, water flowing out beyond the waves. Rips don’t always show all of these signs at once. Can you spot a rip?

This booklet provides important information about health and hot weather. The booklet is for anyone who cares for, supports or assists people at risk of serious health effects from hot weather. It includes tips and ideas on how to keep someone healthy during hot weather.

A terrible drought means Birdie has to leave her home and friends. A story for young children about getting through hard times and natural disasters.

It rains so much, Birdie and Mr Frog have to get away from the rising water. A story for young children about recovering from floods.

01 Feb 2021... Airborne mould spores are commonly found in both indoor and outdoor environments. When they land on damp spots indoors, they may begin to grow and spread. There is no practical way to eliminate all mould indoors; the way to control indoor mould growth is to control the source of moisture.

01 Feb 2021... Bushfire smoke can reduce air quality in rural and urban areas and may affect people's health.This fact sheet provides information on bushfire smoke, how it can affect you and your family's health, and actions that you can take to avoid or reduce potential health effects.

01 Jul 2012... Information on what activities can be undertaken during a fire danger period or on Total Fire Ban days e.g. having a barbeque.

Avian influenza is an infectious disease of birds. Usually the virus circulates in wild bird populations causing no disease or only mild disease. Infection of domestic poultry, such as chickens, can cause severe disease in these birds. There are a number of different strains of avian influenza, only a few of which can cause disease in humans.

How parents and caregivers can prevent burns and scalds

06 Apr 2022... Poster with water safety information.

01 Jul 2018... A consumer factsheet about lead poisoning from illicit opium.

01 Sep 2022... From 1 September 2022, Australia has a simplified, action-oriented fire danger rating system. The fire danger rating tells you how dangerous a fire would be if one started. It helps you to know when conditions are dangerous enough to put your bushfire survival plan into action.

Information on what activities can be undertaken during fire danger periods or on Total Fire Ban days eg. having a barbeque.

01 Jan 2019... This video explains how kitchen fire can happen and how to prevent them.

01 Dec 2021... Know the effects of extreme heat, who is at risk and how you can prepare yourself and others

This audio file explains what a total fire ban means for the community and what they cannot do on day of total fire ban.

01 Oct 2019... This guide informs you on information such as how to stay informed on fire risk days, why you should leave early, what information to gather ahead of fire season for you and your family, understand what to expect during a bushfire and guidance on how to stay informed on fires across your area.

This fact sheet provides tips on how to stay healthy and safe during hot weather.

Information about psittacosis, an uncommon disease that can be passed to humans by birds. Includes causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment.

08 Nov 2022... Information on power failures after a flood.

It is law for every home to have a working smoke alarm. Your landlord is responsible for installing and replacing smoke alarms and batteries.

If you find yourself in a rip current, stay calm and consider your options. Raise an arm to seek help. Try floating with the current, it may bring you back to shore. Swim parallel to the shore or towards breaking waves and use them to help you in. Reassess your situation. If what you’re doing isn’t working, try one of the other options until you’re rescued or return to shore.

01 Jan 2019... This video explains the fire triangle, the three things fire needs to burn- heat, oxygen and fuel.

01 Jan 2019... This video provides information on the installation and maintenance of smoke alarms.

01 Jan 2019... This video explains some risks, how to reduce them and what you need to do if a grassfire or bushfire starts.

Information on how you can prepare your family and your home for floods.

01 Mar 2018... These videos give you ten tips for visiting an Australian beach safely.

01 Jan 2019... This video highlights what the Country Fire Authority (CFA) do, their volunteer culture, history and work with the community to help protect lives and property of over 3.3 million Victorians.

01 Dec 2021... Know the effects of extreme heat, who is at risk and how you can prepare yourself and others

Smoke from fires can reduce air quality in rural and urban areas and exposure to smoke can affect you and your family's health. Find out more about how smoke can affect your health and the actions you can take to avoid or reduce potential health effects.

Information on how you can prepare your family and your home for storms.

01 Jul 2013... This fact sheet discusses the issue of sun safety within a school context.

01 Jun 2018... Use this checklist to help you prepare for a flood.

01 Jun 2018... Use this checklist to help you prepare for a storm.

01 Jun 2018... Use this checklist to help you prepare for a heatwave.

This poster raises awareness of the risk of drowning for people of all ages and provides water safety tips.

Information on how to prevent mosquito-borne diseases after a flood or heavy rainfall. After a flood or heavy rainfall, mosquitoes grow and spread in the pools of water left behind. Mosquitoes can carry diseases and spread it by biting you.

Barmah Forest virus is a germ that can infect people through mosquito bites. Past infection with Barmah Forest virus may have a protective effect against future infection. Barmah Forest virus is related to Ross River virus.

01 Jan 2019... Translated factsheets about recovering from long-term trauma in lead up to 10-year anniversary of the 2009 Victorian bushfires.

Birdie and the Very Hot Day: It's so hot, Birdie and Mr Frog have to find ways to cool down and feel better. A story for young children about coping with heatwaves.

01 Jan 2019... This video explains what activities can be undertaken during a fire danger period or on Total Fire Ban days e.g. having a barbeque.

01 Oct 2019... This video explains how to prepare a fire escape plan for your home.

Water safety audio information.

01 Apr 2021... Video about water safety and swimming education that is culturally appropriate and accessible.

03 Mar 2022... Support if you have been adversely affected by a declared disaster. Scroll down any document to see the English version.

01 Dec 2015... The 'Survive the heat' brochure contains information on how individuals can take care of themselves and look out for family, friends and neighbours who may need help coping with the heat.

01 Dec 2016... The 'Survive the heat' poster can be used by health and community service providers to promote heat health messages.

01 Aug 2019... This home fire safety video was developed alongside a local Thai community group in Springvale and the Springvale brigade and station staff. The video focuses on kitchen fire safety which, as data highlights is where most house fires start. It shows in a humorous way, how people can easily get distracted from cooking with disastrous consequences.

Information on when and how to safely drink water after a flood. After a flood, your water provider will advise you whether your tap water is safe to drink. They may issue a 'Do not drink advisory': Your water has harmful chemicals and toxins and drinking it can make you very sick or a 'Boil water advisory': Your water could have germs and you must boil water before use. Drinking unboiled water can make you sick.

01 Dec 2021... Emergency relief assistance can help support you if you are unable to live in your home following an emergency. This assistance is made available by the Victorian Government to help meet your immediate health, safety and wellbeing needs.

01 Jun 2018... The brochure explains 5 simple steps to prepare for a flood.

01 Mar 2019... This book tells you how to stay safe when there is a flood and how to prepare for a flood.

01 Mar 2019... This book tells you how to stay safe in a storm and how to prepare for a storm.

01 May 2012... Older people and people with disability are at higher risk of being injured or not surviving a fire in their home. This usually occurs when disability or illness affects individual ability. Consider your situation. Will reduced hearing or vision mean you are slower to realise there is a fire? Will reduced mobility affect how you would safely escape a fire in your home? The information in this brochure, together with the home fire safety booklet has been designed to assist you to reduce your fire risk.