Renewed bushfire warnings for NSW, Victoria and WA as heat forecast to return for new year
by Mostafa Rachwani from on (#6T736)
BoM says light winds are expected to temper the fire danger despite high temperatures, especially inland
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Scorching temperatures and elevated fire dangers are forecast for the coming week as Australia rings in the new year - but light winds could protect towns from blazes becoming too severe.
Perth was the first hit by the heatwave, with a high of 34C recorded on Sunday, and maximums above 32C forecast for every day until Friday.
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