SURVIVING A SUMMER SCORCHER

This summer has already pushed the mercury right up across our blistered, sunburnt country. We’ve already endured incredible temperatures, bushfires and there are more heatwaves on the horizon. So it not only pays to be safe during bushfire season, but also find ways to cool down while you’re on the road.

Here are some top tips to keeping your cool on the road as well as travelling safely in summer.

BUSHFIRE SAFETY

We have seen the devastation that recent widespread fires in New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria have caused to people, the land and our animals. It has also brought to our attention the need for more education around fire safety in rural areas, and for those visiting rural areas over the holiday period.

“Our research has shown people are becoming increasingly complacent in planning, and actioning their plans,” CFA CEO/CO Steve Warrington said recently.

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