Victoria is gearing up for a scorcher this public holiday, with Melbourne temperatures expected to hit a blistering 42°C this afternoon.
A total fire ban has been declared across parts of the state, including Melbourne and Geelong, as gusty winds of 70–80 km/h raise fire risks. Many regions, including the Wimmera, Mallee, South West, Central, and North Central, are on extreme fire danger alert.
CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan has urged everyone to take the conditions seriously. “The increased fire risk means any fire could be hard to control,” he said. "Follow the total fire ban rules and make sure your fire plan is ready for any situation."
If you're wondering what a total fire ban means, it’s pretty straightforward: no fires can be lit outdoors from midnight to 11:59 PM on the day of the ban.
But relief is on the horizon. A cool change is expected tomorrow, dropping temperatures by 20°C within hours, with Melbourne set for a much cooler 22°C by Tuesday.
Heatwave Grips the Nation
Victoria isn’t alone in feeling the heat:
Adelaide is heading for 35°C today after a warm 26°C overnight.
Hobart will reach 33°C before a cool change arrives during the evening, just in time for cricket fans heading to the Big Bash final.
Elsewhere:
Sydney is heating up, with 31°C today and a sizzling 35°C on Tuesday. Western suburbs could see highs of 41°C before storms bring cooler conditions midweek.
Canberra will face similar hot and stormy weather, with highs of 35°C today and 37°C tomorrow.
Brisbane will hover around 31°C this week with sticky humidity making it feel even warmer.
Perth is sunny and warm at 32°C today, climbing to a scorching 40°C on Wednesday.
Meanwhile, parts of WA, the Northern Territory, and Far North Queensland are bracing for showers and potential storms.
Stay cool, stay safe, and don’t forget the sunscreen!
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