‘Intensely hot’ weather continues in south-eastern states as Victoria battles bushfires

South-eastern states sweltering in a heatwave may be waiting until late Tuesday or Wednesday for a cool change to bring some relief.

On Monday, temperatures in Melbourne peaked at 37.8C just before 4pm, after a high of 38C on Sunday.

Victoria’s emergency authorities have warned that the state’s fire season could extend until early March, with dry lighting overnight sparking new fires.

To know more: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/feb/03/intensely-hot-weather-to-continue-in-south-eastern-australia