Heat-stress event response for flying-fox colonies

Activate response above 38°C ambient with humidity >30%. Prioritise mist-spraying at colony perimeter over direct handling. Do not handle heat-stressed adults without vaccination and PPE.

• ·Trigger: BOM forecast ≥38°C with RH ≥30%, or observed panting/clumping at ground level.
• ·Mist-spray perimeter trees. Handling only by ABLV-vaccinated personnel.
• ·Ground-fallen juveniles: cool with damp cloth, offer electrolyte, transfer to licensed carer.

• ·Never handle adult flying-foxes without current ABLV vaccination and appropriate PPE.