The Higher-Risk Weather Season National Preparedness Program
Australia’s Higher-Risk Weather Season (HRWS) is between October and April. During this time, bushfires, heatwaves, flooding, and tropical cyclones are more likely.
To help stakeholders prepare, we run an annual National Preparedness Program. This informs stakeholders about the climate outlook and ensures they understand the capabilities of the Australian Government. This helps them make informed planning and preparation decisions.
Stakeholders of the program include:
- Australian Government departments
- state and territory agencies
- not-for-profit organisations
- members of parliament
- industry
- media.
The aim of the program is to improve Australia’s preparedness, response, and recovery. Especially for severe to catastrophic events. As these events often need national support coordination.