Australians suffering from heatwave criticise government inaction

Over the past 200 years, heatwaves have killed more Australians than any other natural hazard, and are overwhelmingly affecting low-income communities. Many are accusing state and local governments of being woefully under-prepared and now calling on them to take action.

Houses perched on edge of coastal sea cliff. West toward Sydney city on the horizon Source: Getty

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