Extreme heatwave may break records in Victoria as firefighters warn of bushfire risk in ‘very dry’ state
The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftSCO 1 min read 100% complete by Petra Stock and Stephanie ConveryJanuary 26, 2026 at 10:46 PM
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Victoria, Australia is bracing for a record-breaking heatwave on Tuesday, with the towns of Ouyen and Mildura in the Mallee region expected to reach 49C. This temperature could surpass the state's all-time high of 48.8C, recorded during the Black Saturday bushfires in 2009. Melbourne is also forecast to experience its hottest day since Black Saturday. Firefighters are warning of an increased bushfire risk due to the very dry conditions across the state. Weather warnings have been issued as residents prepare for the extreme heat.
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