Heatwave strikes Queensland and Brisbane

The much anticipated heatwave has begun in places like Queensland and Brisbane where people are likely to suffer from heat-related sicknesses. Temperatures are expected to rise to 46 degree Celsius mainly in the central and southern regions of Queensland and to 32 degree Celsius in Brisbane.

Earlier this week, the Bureau of Meteorology warned citizens to be aware of the heatwave that would hit different parts of Australia around the weekend and early next week. Researchers found that the soaring temperatures in Brisbane would result to different health conditions, especially in the suburbs.

The ABC quotes Queensland University of Technology health expert Associate Professor Ian Stewart, "The heat from these occupational situations can also be really dangerous." He said that it will be difficult for people who work in factories, bakeries, restaurant kitchens and so on.

The temperatures are expected to hit 40 degree Celsius in places like Gatton and Ipswich, located west of Brisbane. The coast will remain comparatively cooler than what was expected because a cold breeze will blow. Outdoor workers are asked to avoid heat strains as temperatures will increase strikingly.

Places like Perth and Adelaide will also not be spared as temperatures are estimated to reach 30 degree Celsius and 25 degree Celsius respectively. Only the Tasmanians and the Victorians will be saved from extreme temperatures, say reports. Heatwaves resulted in a large number of deaths in Australia over the past 200 years. The rate of hospitalisation is expected to rise due to current conditions.