Spring showers possible for parts of Queensland
Queensland is experiencing unseasonably warm temperatures and high-pressure conditions, leading to bushfire risks and lingering smoke. Meteorologists expect potential showers along the east coast starting Tuesday.
Why it matters
The combination of high temperatures and bushfire activity poses a significant public safety and environmental challenge for the region.
A warm winter and subsequent hot start to spring have brought colourful blooms out in Toowoomba. ( ABC Southern Queensland: Dan McCray )
Sunny skies and warm temperatures remained across Queensland for the weekend.
A high-pressure ridge is causing morning fog and smoke from bushfires to linger.
Possible showers are expected for the east coast from Tuesday.
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The Bureau of Meteorology said the state was experiencing above-average temperatures for this time of year.
Emergency services are continuing to battle fires across central and south-east Queensland, including a blaze near Gladstone that police allege was deliberately lit.
The large grassfire near Gladstone on the weekend. ( Supplied: Allie Cole )
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