Australian Warning System - A New National Approach
As part of a new Australian Warning System, the way we display incidents has changed.
The Australian Warning System is a new national approach to information and warnings during emergencies like bushfire, flood, storm, extreme heat and severe weather.
The System uses a nationally consistent set of icons, like those below.
The AWS has been designed based on feedback and research across the country and aims to deliver a more consistent approach to these types of emergencies, no matter where you are.
Australia’s fire and emergency services aim to provide you with timely and relevant information during emergencies.
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