Large parts of Australia will feel the brunt of an extreme heatwave on Thursday with sweltering temperatures forecast for three capital cities.
The country recorded its hottest day on record on Tuesday, but it could again be defeated as Sydney, Adelaide and Canberra climb above 40 degrees on Thursday.
The South Australian town of Wudinna and the West Australian town of Forrest will both see tops of 49 degrees. There is little reprieve in sight as the heatwave is expected to worsen on Friday, with more parts of the country expected to reach tops of 40. Image: Getty
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