Anthony Albanese has personally urged Australia’s to prepare for the upcoming high-risk weather season.
The Prime Minister said his Cabinet had received a briefing from Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain and the head of NEMA on Monday morning.
He said while Government planning was important to prepare for severe summer weather, he urged Australians to take personal responsibility.
“I just thought it was worthwhile to get that message across… to say to the Australian public – the Government is preparing, you need to prepare, too,” he said.
“If you are in an area that is vulnerable to fire or flooding or other natural and extreme weather events, clear your getters, do the things that you know need to be done. Don’t wait.
“Don’t wait until there is an extreme weather warning heading your way.
“Make sure you use this period, while things are relatively calm, to make sure you are fully prepared.”