Australia Day Marked by Sweltering Heatwave, Fire Warnings
Numerous Australians are dealing with extreme heatwave conditions as they commemorate Australia Day. The Bureau of Weather forecasting has issued cautions across most states, with temperature levels expected to come to a head in the high forties Celsius in Victoria and South Australia.
- South Australia recorded 48 5 C on Sunday.
- “Severe fire dangers” remain in area for South Australia and Victoria because of hot, dry weather condition.
- A number of Australia Day events, including Adelaide’s ceremony and light program, have been terminated.
- Firemens are battling blazes in Victoria, bring about evacuations.
- The Australian Open was influenced, with play put on hold.
