Brisbane expected to swelter under hottest September day in years as east coast faces unseasonably warm weather
Brisbane is experiencing unseasonably high temperatures, with forecasts suggesting it could be the hottest September day in the city since 2019. Authorities have issued fire bans in parts of Queensland as the region faces early spring heat.
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Unseasonal heatwaves in early spring highlight the increasing frequency of extreme weather events linked to climate change.
Crowds at Riverfire in Brisbane on Saturday. If Brisbane reaches its predicted temperature peak, it would be the hottest September day in the city since 2019. Photograph: AAP Crowds at Riverfire in Brisbane on Saturday. If Brisbane reaches its predicted temperature peak, it would be the hottest September day in the city since 2019. Photograph: AAP Australia weather Brisbane expected to swelter under hottest September day in years as east coast faces unseasonably warm weather Queensland capital forecast to hit 34C with local fire bans issued for Ipswich and Lockyer Valley, while Sydney sees reprieve from record heat
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Prefer the Guardian on Google Early spring fire bans have been put in place as Australia’s eastern states reckon with unseasonably hot conditions for the start of the season.
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