The Economic Times

Australia battle extreme heatwave as Ouyen likely to be one of the hottest places on Earth today; Forecasters predict 49 degrees celsius temperature for north-west Victorian town

Australia is battling a severe heatwave. Ouyen in Victoria could see 49 degrees Celsius, potentially a state record. New South Wales and South Australia also face extreme heat. Multiple bushfires are burning across Victoria, with some out of control. Authorities have issued warnings and evacuation orders as the threat of bushfires intensifies.