Epidemic Thunderstorm Asthma Forecast HIGH
Mallee and North Central districts.
Friday 24th November 2023
The Chief Health Officer has issued an epidemic thunderstorm asthma forecast of HIGH Friday 24 November 2023 for the Mallee and North Central districts. This means there is an increased chance of an epidemic thunderstorm asthma event occurring.
Epidemic thunderstorm asthma is where a large number of people suddenly develop asthma symptoms over a short period of time and is thought to be triggered by a unique combination of high pollen levels and a certain type of thunderstorm. The Bureau of Meteorology works closely with the department to forecast the risk of an epidemic thunderstorm asthma event.
Epidemic thunderstorm asthma risk forecast | health.vic.gov.au
Epidemic thunderstorm asthma - frequently asked questions | health.vic.gov.au
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