Birdsville Races Kick Off Amid Extreme Fire Danger

Extreme fire danger warning issued as fans head to Birdsville Races

An extreme fire danger warning has been issued for south-western Queensland on the weekend as travellers head to the iconic Birdsville Races.The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting the extreme conditions for the state's south-west and the Channel Country on Sunday.A high fire danger warning is in place for tomorrow.READ MORE: Four winners claim $80 million Powerball jackpotThe bureau says the region should expect winds to gather strength ove…

Qld prepares for hot, windy weekend with high fire danger at Birdsville Races

Travellers in Channel Country and the state's south-west are urged to be aware of high fire danger conditions and strong winds.

Through the Hill and high water, Birdsville races on

Thousands of punters, trainers and their horses are travelling from every corner of Australia to the Melbourne Cup of the outback.