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Mercury tops 47 C during Sydney heat wave

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The temperature in Sydney hit an almost 80-year high on Jan. 7 of 47.3 degrees Celsius — the highest temperature seen in the New South Wales state capital since 1939, when the mercury hit 47.8 C.

New South Wales Police Deputy Commissioner Catherine Burn said the state’s heat wave plan had been activated to respond to "severe to extreme heat conditions."

Thousands were left without power, and total fire bans were put in place as officials warned of severe danger. Residents were urged to drink extra water and limit their time outdoors. (AP)

シドニーで47.3度を記録する猛暑

夏を迎えているオーストラリアのシドニーで1月7日、47.3度という気温を記録した。これは80年近く前の1939年に記録された47.8度に次ぐ高い気温だという。

The Japan Times ST: January 19, 2018