As most of the Western Plains prepares for high temperatures over the Christmas break, community leaders are urging residents and travellers alike to play it safe.
Across the region, the temperatures are expected to exceed 40 degrees in coming days, with Bourke forecast for 41 on Boxing Day, Coonamble 37, Cobar 40 and Nyngan 39.
While there are still minor flood warnings along in the north-west of the region, the hot winds are expected to dry out those areas still under observation…