[Sean]

Today Melbourne experienced the hottest day ever recorded by the capital city of an Australian state- 46.4 deg C.

Where I live (40kms west and inland of Melbourne) recorded a maximum temp of 48 deg C!

Due to the ~60km winds pushing in from the interior of the continent, the relative humidity registered a mere 7%.

At least 10 major bushfires rage throughout the state with many fatalities already confirmed.

All plants in my glasshouse appear to have fared well, but most of those growing outdoors in tanks receiving full sun have been burnt to a crisp. All VFTs outside now cease to exist.

At least the cool change has arrived........