extreme weather heroes

The Weather Channel's Tom Saunders on summer 2010

Scientists predict more floods, fires and storms as the planet warms, and Australia’s emergency management system relies on volunteers when extreme weather events hit our neighbourhoods.

Problem is – our 500,000 strong volunteer base is aging just when we need them most.

Our Extreme Weather Heroes changing all that by reaching out to inspire young Australians to volunteer for the emergency services via social networking.

This site is about your weather, your future, and what you can do about it! After all - it's your weather – and your future. So step up - get skilled - and get prepared!

Start your journey towards being part of the solution. Get into volunteering! Learn how you can best prepare for more and more intense floods, fires and storms right across Australia and for cyclones in the top end. All it takes is three steps.

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Extreme Weather Hero Ruby on ABC Breakfast

APESMA: Call to Action!

Young APESMA members are getting involved in doing something about their changing climate! Steve Packer reports.
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In the line of fire

Building Connection Magazine talks to Jake Cannon about juggling his trade career and his volunteer position with the Rural Fire Services in the ACT.
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Extreme Weather Heroes wins IMA

Green Cross Australia’s “Extreme Weather Heroes” campaign has won an “Outstanding Achievement” Interactive Media Award from the “Interactive Media Council”.
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How prepared are you for this summer's extreme weather predications?

Very prepared

36%

Getting prepared

29%

Not prepared

35%

The weather makes for great casual conversation. Everyone relates to hot, wet, chilly or humid experiences.
We all live and breathe through constantly changing weather conditions. But how much do you really know about the science of climate change and extreme weather? Find out the facts and make up your mind!

Want to help in the climate crisis, or the next extreme weather event? Get into emergency volunteering! Log your readiness and see what you can do to get involved!

Can't donate your time? ...Donate dollars instead!

Our heroes understand the link between greenhouse emissions, climate change, and the growing risk of an extreme weather future. And their actions speak louder than words.