A Code Red response for people sleeping rough will be active Statewide from Tuesday 27 January 2026 to Friday 30 January 2026 due to severe heatwave conditions.
The supports and services activated during a Code Red response vary depending on weather conditions, location and service capacity.
For the latest information about this activation, including affected regions and available supports, visit sa.gov.au.
If you are sleeping rough, or are seeking information about available supports for people sleeping rough in your region, contact Homeless Connect SA on 1800 003 308, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Code Red follows a spate of severe weather, including Severe Heatwave conditions for the Mount Lofty Ranges forecast district on 27/01/2026.
Health Information:
- A heatwave is more than just hot weather. When it is hot during the day and it does not cool down at night, it is hard for your body to cool itself.
- If you are feeling unwell, contact your local doctor.
- For immediate medical attention telephone 000 (triple zero).
- To register for the Telecross REDi service telephone 1800 188 071.
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