What La Nina? Fire season extended as central Queensland misses out on rain
TueTuesday 23
FebFebruary 2021 at 11:35pm
Rural Fire Service Queensland describes the extended fire season as unusual for this time of year.
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Despite the predicted La Nina, hot and dry conditions in central Queensland have increased the fire danger and extended the fire season into March, while disappointed graziers are hoping for more rain.
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Rural Fire Service Queensland says central Queensland’s fire season has been extended until at least March, when it typically ends in January
Unprecedented February temperatures have been recorded in parts of Capricornia