Australia news live: Victoria braces for ‘catastrophic’ fire risk; Queensland on tropical cyclone watch

Australia is facing severe weather conditions as Victoria braces for a "catastrophic" fire risk due to a heatwave, the worst since 2019-20. Firefighters are preparing for action, and residents are urged to stay indoors. The Hume Highway was closed, and regional trains were cancelled due to bushfires in Victoria. Queensland is also under a tropical cyclone watch, adding to the weather concerns across the country. The combination of extreme heat and potential cyclones poses significant challenges for emergency services and communities in both states.