Climate and environmental hazards
Learn about climate and environmental hazards, including droughts and wildfires. Explore their potential dangers and ways to protect yourself and your community.
Services and information
Droughts
Water shortages, crop impacts, fire risk, water conservation, emergency planning, long-term effects
Extreme heat
Heatwaves, dehydration risk, cooling centres, hydration tips, vulnerable groups, heat illness signs
Extreme cold
Freezing temperatures, frostbite risk, heating safety, winter clothing, travel hazards, power outages
Marine ice
Sea ice hazards, navigation risks, vessel safety, ice charts, seasonal changes, emergency planning
Permafrost degradation
Ground instability, infrastructure damage, thawing effects, monitoring, adaptation, northern regions
Wildfires
Forest fires, smoke exposure, evacuation alerts, fire bans, home protection, air quality, recovery