Australia heatwave live updates: Victorian fire threat ‘very dangerous and difficult’, premier says; temperatures to reach 43C in Sydney
Australia is experiencing extreme and dangerous weather conditions, with a heatwave and bushfires impacting multiple states. Victoria's premier has declared a state of disaster in 18 local government areas due to 36 active fire fronts across the state, prompting emergency warnings and evacuations.
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The Bureau of Meteorology warned that dry, hot conditions would create extreme fire conditions.
Adelaide is expected to reach a high of 39C.
Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology described the heat wave as the most significant of the summer season so far.
Victorian firefighters warn of ‘catastrophic’ fire risk as south-east heatwave continues.
Temperatures climbed above average by as much as 16 degrees Celsius.
Three people are unaccounted for in the Longwood area.
Severe to extreme heatwaves have been declared in every state and territory in Australia, except for Queensland.
The state of Victoria has declared a total fire ban for Friday.
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