26/11/2018 - 078 - Telecross REDi

Heatwaves can sometimes threaten the health and safety of vulnerable members of our community. Telecross REDi is a service activated by the Department of Human Services when an extreme weather event is declared. Director of Concessions and Support Services in DHS Katherine Hawkins, the Bureau of Meteorology’s State Manager (SA) John Nairn and Acting Director of Red Cross South Australia and Red Cross State Manager of Emergency Services Jai O’Toole discuss how this vital service works.