Heatwave and fire warnings as parts of Victoria expected to approach ‘all-time maximum record’ temperatures

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Benita Kolovos and Petra StockJanuary 22, 2026 at 07:07 AM

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A heatwave is forecast to impact South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales, with temperatures expected to exceed 40C for at least five days in some areas. Victoria is bracing for potentially record-breaking temperatures, prompting heightened fire warnings, especially in already affected regions. The Bureau of Meteorology attributes the heatwave to a "dome of heat" that originated in Western Australia and is now moving eastward. Residents are urged to prepare for the extreme heat, as authorities monitor the situation and issue warnings.

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