A Season of Severe Weather, Bushfires Coming to Australia

Latest forecast shows increased risks of heatwaves and bushfires and lower risks of tropical cyclones
A Season of Severe Weather, Bushfires Coming to Australia
Rural Fire Service firefighters extinguish a fire on a property in Moruya, Australia, on Jan 23, 2020. Sam Mooy/Getty Images
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Australians will need to brace for a season of severe weather, according to the latest long-range forecast from the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM).

The peak season for severe weather in Australia normally occurs from October to April with heatwaves, bushfires, tropical cyclones, severe thunderstorms, and floods.

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Nina Nguyen is a reporter based in Sydney. She covers Australian news with a focus on social, cultural, and identity issues. She is fluent in Vietnamese. Contact her at [email protected].
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