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Observing one minutes silence to remember the victims of the Black Saturday fires, one year ago.
Host: We Will Never Forget Type: Causes - Rally Network: Global Date: Sunday, 07 February 2010 Time: 12:00 - 12:05 Location: Australia

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A MOTHER and her toddler almost perished in 43C-plus temperatures after the car they were travelling in with friends broke down in the Northern Territory outback.

The 27-year-old woman and her 18-month-old daughter - along with two other men, aged 26 and 45 - were severely dehydrated when help arrived.

They had been waiting with the car for more than 27 hours and had run out of water

Tot, mum severely dehydrated after car breaks down in Northern Territory outback Links to the news stories:- News Report  By Rebekah Cavanagh Northern Territory news reports Near Deaths, in the Outback The following advice is from the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Safe Outback Travel The Australian Outback offers spectacular scenery and the chance for great adventure. But it is important to be ready for the rigours of travelling in isolated areas.

Unfortunately, up to a quarter of the emergency medical evacuations that we carry out each year are the result of city travellers who get into trouble on their Outback adventure.

Preparation
  • get good quality maps and plan your route
  • be careful of how much you pack on your roof rack; a heavy load on top increases the chances of a roll-over
  • store water in small containers instead of one large tank; check all water containers for leaks; if you’re unused to the Outback, you may need one litre of water every hour; if active (eg walking, climbing etc) you will need to consume additional water at regular intervals (remember: don't wait to feel thirsty before taking a drink!); most towns have water but, at some places, you may not be able to get drinking water; we recommend that in very hot conditions you carry 10 litres of water per person per day; don't rely on waterholes, dams, bores, mills, tanks or troughs; soap or detergents should not be used in any natural water course or stock watering point
  • carry enough food for each person for two days
  • bring matches or a lighter
  • pack a fire extinguisher
  • carry an HF radio compatible with the RFDS (mobile phones and CB radios will not work in remote areas); you can buy an HF radio from most two way communication centres
  • get a summary of your medical history and bring all medication and repeat scripts with you
  • do a first aid course and pack a first aid kit
  • take a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent
  • wear clothing suitable for the climate; wear good walking shoes; take warmer clothes for the evenings
  • don’t travel in the hottest part of the year
  • overseas visitors are encouraged to take out adequate travel insurance when travelling in Outback Australia