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heatwave across Qld, NSW, Vic, SA could lead to records being broken
Records are expected to shatter across the country over coming days as an “abnormal” heatwave creates unbearable temperatures in four states.
Birdsville, in western Queensland, was the hottest place in the world on Friday, reading a top of 46.5 degrees, while the Nullarbor in South Australia came in second warmest with 46.4 degrees.
The hottest November day in Birdsville on record is 48.5, in 2006.
Bureau of Meteorologist forecaster Jonathan How said records could be shattered and there would be no sign of relief for some parts of the country until Thursday.
Across NSW, Victoria and South Australia, it is expected to be the most intense heatwave experienced in a decade.
While heatwaves are normal for this time of year, Mr How said this…
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