Hawkesbury residents have been reminded by the RFS that there is a Total Fire Ban in place until midnight tonight.
Hawkesbury Rural Fire Service said that today’s conditions are expected to be worse than previously forecast with the fire danger rating being revised to severe, with a Total Fire Ban until midnight tonight.
“Under severe fire conditions, only well prepared homes that are actively defended can provide safety,” a spokesperson said.
“Remain vigilant throughout the day and report any fires to Triple Zero immediately.”
Temps in Richmond hit a staggering 44 degrees yesterday and as it stands today the mercury sits at 43.
A cooler change is expected to sweep through overnight for a break in the heat tomorrow before we see the mercury climb yet again to reach the low forties by next Tuesday.