Ouyen, a small town in Victoria, woke to 26.1C this morning. The calm was brief as this Tuesday promises extreme heat. Temperatures in Ouyen may reach 49C, breaking the state record of 48.8C set in 2009. Just two weeks ago, Ouyen hit 47.5C. This Tuesday is the fifth day in a row with temps above 40C, and forecasts show four more days over 40C ahead. Yesterday, the town peaked at 44.3C. The heat hasn’t eased at night, staying above 20C. Rainfall has been almost nil since December. Fire risk is extreme. An out-of-control bushfire near Carlisle River in southern Victoria caused immediate evacuation orders last night. A total fire ban is now in effect across Victoria. Melbourne braces for 45C, the hottest day since the 2009 Black Saturday fires. The Bureau of Meteorology warns this extreme heatwave could break multiple records in Victoria and South Australia. Residents are urged to stay safe and prepare for dangerous conditions.