The following information is designed to prepare students for emergency hazards/situations whilst they are working and travelling in/through a rural or regional area.
Critical alerts and community advice are available via the VicEmergency App for the following agencies.
- Country Fire Authority
- Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources
- Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning
- Department of Health and Human Services
- Life Saving Victoria
- Metropolitan Fire Brigade
- Victorian State Emergency Service
Download the VicEmergency app from the Google Play or the App Store and set up a ‘watch zone’ for your location to receive updates and warnings. Familiarise yourself with the app before you need to use it.
Other sources for VicEmergency information
Website: www.emergency.vic.gov.au
Twitter: https://twitter.com/vicemergency
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vicemergency/
Radio: emergency broadcasters
Telephone: VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226
Local police stations
NB. During emergencies and in some rural and regional areas, there may be ‘blackspots’ where it is not possible to use your mobile device. It is important that you are prepared and know where you can get emergency information and warnings.
A guide to rural placement from the National Rural Health Student Network
This site has lots of useful information about working in rural health. Go to https://www.nrhsn.org.au/home/
General information about thunderstorm asthma.
The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
General health and well-being tips and advise
The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.