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Prepare for Heatwaves

A few simple steps can help you prepare for the heat.

Things you can do to prepare for heatwaves

  • Heatwave

    Help reduce heat coming through your windows

  • Heatwave

    Blinds are effective outdoors to cool indoors

  • Heatwave

    Create a cool room in your home

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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Things you should know

All content is intended to be general in nature and does not constitute and is not intended to be financial or professional advice. While NRMA Insurance has tried to ensure the accuracy of the information contained on these pages, you should not rely on any representation, statement or information without first making your own enquiries about the accuracy and reliability of the information provided. NRMA Insurance does not accept any liability for the information provided on this site or for loss or damages resulting from reliance on the information contained on this site.

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.