Perth fire downgraded but extreme weather conditions expected for weekend
by Guardian staff and Australian Associated Press from World news | The Guardian on (#6GMW8)
Residents warned not to return to fire-affected area as bureau forecasts wind gusts of up to 80 km/h and 39C heat
Firefighters battling a blaze that has destroyed 18 homes in Perth's outer northern suburbs will face extreme weather conditions across the weekend.
Wind gusts of up to 80 km/h and temperatures of 39C are forecast in Perth by the Bureau of Meteorology, with the fire danger also rated as extreme in parts of the city on Saturday.
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