A total fire ban has been declared on both sides of the border, with the temperature tipped to hit 41 degrees today.
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Already the Bureau of Meteorology has recorded temperatures of 38.6 degrees Celsius in Albury, 39.8 in Deniliquin and 38.4 in Wagga.
The Country Fire Authority has declared Monday a day of Total Fire Ban for the North East, and the Rural Fire Service listed the fire danger as severe in the southern Riverina, with a total fire ban in place across the southern and eastern Riverina.
North to northwesterly winds are forecast across the Riverina and North East Victoria ahead of a southwesterly change this evening.
The Bureau warned the hot, dry and windy conditions would result in elevated fire danger in parts.
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Murrumbidgee Local Health District urged residents to take the risk of heat-related illness seriously.
"Heat related illness may affect anyone, as it can put extra strain on the body and cause dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke," the organisation said.
"It may also make underlying health conditions worse. Heat wave conditions may be more dangerous for people who live alone, the elderly, infants and children and people with a chronic medical condition. If you are concerned about your health during this time, please get in touch with your GP who will have a better understanding of your individual needs and heat related conditions."
MLHD released simple steps to minimise people's risk of heat-related illness:
- Drink plenty of water, and remember to carry some with you when you're out and about.
- If you are travelling, make sure you take water to drink in case you break down or are delayed.
- Avoid alcoholic, hot or sugary drinks.
- Plan your day around the heat.
- Stay indoors between 11am and 5pm and minimise physical activity.
- Keep the sun out of your house by shading windows with an awning, shade-cloth or plants.
- Shutting curtains will also help.
- Please remember, while rivers and dams are popular places to cool off during heat waves, they can be dangerous places to cool off if you are not familiar with swimming in these ever changing conditions, are not a confident swimmer, or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Digital journalists with The Border Mail.
Digital journalists with The Border Mail.
