Catastrophic fire warning issued for Victoria

Victoria's emergency services have issued a strong warning ahead of dangerous weather conditions across the state. A catastrophic fire threat alert has been issued, as the state prepares for its most dangerous weather conditions in four years. Residents in the Wimmera, Mallee and Northern Country districts have been put on high alert ahead of hot and gusty conditions. It is expected to be the worst weather conditions seen since the Black Summer fire season in 2019 and 2020. Temperatures are predicted to reach high 30s and 40s.