November 7th 2024.
Brisbane is bracing itself for a rough week ahead as temperatures are expected to soar and make for some sleepless nights. The rest of Queensland is also preparing for some scorchers, with the Bureau of Meteorology predicting severe heatwave conditions from Tuesday to Saturday.
The city of Brisbane is predicted to experience its hottest November nights in five years, with a potential four nights in a row at or above 22 degrees starting from Thursday. Weatherzone, a reliable meteorology service, forecasts Thursday night to be the warmest at 24 degrees, followed by Friday and Saturday nights at a minimum of 23 degrees. Sunday will bring some relief with a low of 22 degrees, followed by Monday and Tuesday at 21-22 and 20-22 degrees respectively.
If Brisbane reaches or breaks the record for five minimum temperatures at or above 22 degrees in November, it will match the previous record set in 2019. Daytime temperatures are also expected to be 5-8 degrees higher than the November average over the next three days, with high humidity making it feel even hotter by an additional 3 degrees on Friday and Saturday.
Meanwhile, the northern parts of the state are gradually moving into severe heatwave conditions that are expected to continue into next week. The town of Birdsville is set to reach a sweltering 38 degrees on Thursday and Friday, with a peak of 39 degrees on Saturday. In the South-West, Thargomindah is likely to hit a scorching high of 45 degrees on Friday, while Longreach may see temperatures around 43 degrees from Thursday to Saturday.
In Ipswich, temperatures are expected to reach 38 degrees on Thursday, while the coastal towns of Gold Coast and Noosa Heads will experience slightly cooler temperatures of 31 and 34 degrees respectively on Friday. Unfortunately, several fires are still burning in the Western Downs region, with some residents near Kogan being urged to prepare for evacuation earlier today. Fires near Wiembilla and Tara are currently at an advice level, while residents in Dirranbandi have been advised to return home with caution after their homes were threatened by fires in previous days.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued some safety advice for dealing with heatwaves, as they can be especially dangerous for vulnerable groups such as older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as those with medical conditions or who are unwell. It is recommended to find a cool place to stay, like your home, a library, community center, or shopping mall. Close your windows and draw blinds or curtains early in the day to keep out the heat. If possible, use fans or air-conditioners to stay cool.
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