The Bureau of Meteorology says parts of Victoria will face severe and extreme fire danger periods over the weekend.
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A heatwave is expected to arrive on Saturday with temperatures in the low to mid 40s set for most of Victoria. Bendigo is forecast to reach 42 degrees.
Acting manager of the BOM extreme weather desk James Taylor said fire dangers were a particular concern this weekend.
“Severe to extreme fire dangers are set for western Victoria,” he said. “Any fires that start in that area will be difficult to suppress.
“People need to be aware of their local conditions.
“Any fire impacted by a cool front or wind changes can be extremely dangerous and will be something we will watch closely.”
Mr Taylor said the heatwave will move across Victoria on Saturday before a cool change arrives in the evening.
He advised people to stay up to date with weather conditions and warnings via www.bom.gov.au
