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Prepare for Heatwaves

Simple steps you can take to get prepared

A few simple steps can help you prepare for the heat. Get started with the short video and 5 helpful tips on this page.

5 things you can do to help prepare for a heatwave

1

Check fans and air-conditioners are working well and get them serviced

Being able to cool your home during a heatwave is crucial. Make sure everything is working before you enter the summer months.

2

Choose curtains that can reflect heat

Use curtains with pale linings in rooms that get a lot of sunlight to help reflect the heat.​

3

Think about adding shutters or shading to windows that face west

The sun sets in the west which is why rooms that face this way often become the hottest. Consider putting shading, such as external blinds or shutters, on windows in rooms that face in this direction.​

4

Prepare a cool room in your house​

Use air conditioning, fans, curtains and blinds to create a cool room in your home for when a heatwave is at its most intense.​

5

Make sure your house can properly manage its temperature without compromising security​

Insulation in the ceiling and walls is a great way to do this and will help keep your house cool.​

Get your home prepared for extreme weather risks

Once you understand what extreme weather risks are affecting your area you can take action and help to prepare for them. Click the weather risks relevant to your area to find out how to prepare for specific extreme weather events.

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It is important to note that seasonal risk levels displayed in this map are general in nature and are based on the opinion of NRMA Insurance for each state and territory, taking into account a range of internal sources, including, insurance claims statistics. The seasonal risk levels provided for your state or territory should be used at your own risk, and are not reflective of individual property risks. The opinions provided by NRMA Insurance are not intended to be advice about future seasonal risk levels in your state or territory.