Parts of WA swelter through potentially record-breaking heatwave
Parts of Western Australia have sweltered through the first day of a potential record-breaking heat wave. The Bureau is forecasting maximum temperatures in the metropolitan area to be more than 35 degrees for seven days in a row, which has never happened in November.
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00:00 As Perth began its heat wave, these beach goers were keen to make the most of it.
00:07 It's lovely, it's pretty warm, but when you're in the water it relieves it.
00:15 Well we're from Melbourne so we're struggling a bit.
00:17 But it is a nice change to be on the beach.
00:20 It's lovely at the moment, it's not humid so that's good.
00:24 And it's great for the swimming.
00:26 Further up the coast in Geraldton, it took more than a dip for locals to cool down, with the temperature hitting 43 degrees.
00:33 Lots of water, food, icicles, hydration.
00:38 Kids love water, so even cool baths, showers, you've just got to do what you can to keep them cool.
00:44 The hot weather is being driven by a trough developing down the west coast, which is set to remain stationary through to next week.
00:51 Meaning today's heat could last for a record long streak of seven days.
00:56 Perth has never seen a severe heat wave in November.
00:59 We've had a few low intensity heat waves but never a severe one, so this is quite unusual.
01:04 And we are looking at breaking a few records this week, around the metro area and across the south west of the state.
01:10 The severe conditions will see speed restrictions on trains and the closure of some national parks and recreation sites.
01:17 It's also prompted health warnings.
01:19 It's going to be a very long and hot summer, so people need to take care of themselves, look after relatives, particularly vulnerable relatives, and stay hydrated.
01:28 And call for help if you need help.
01:31 A warning people are urged to take seriously as the state continues to bake.
01:35 debate.
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