A high risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma has been forecast for the Wimmera region on Thursday 10 November.
The combination of forecast extreme grass pollen levels and a certain type of thunderstorm with strong winds means that there is a chance that a large number of people may develop asthma symptoms over a short period of time.
The Mallee, South West, Central and North Central regions have a moderate risk forecast tomorrow, while the Northern Country, North East, West & South Gippsland and East Gippsland regions have a low risk forecast.
Health and emergency services are monitoring the situation closely and are ready to respond.
People in Wimmera with asthma or hay fever, or who experience wheezing, breathlessness, a feeling of tightness in the chest or a persistent cough, should have their reliever medication with them at all times tomorrow, and avoid the wind gusts before the storm by going inside and closing their windows and doors.
People who have asthma or seasonal hay fever should review the asthma first aid steps.
