In 2009 a blanket of heat smothered south-eastern Australia, killing hundreds and melting cities. This is the story of how this event served as a wake-up call for Australia to manage extreme heat.

The Weather That Changed Us

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The Weather That Changed Us | Heatwave

DEC 8, 202418 MIN
The Weather That Changed Us

The Weather That Changed Us | Heatwave

DEC 8, 202418 MIN

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<p>In 2009 a blanket of heat smothered south-eastern Australia, killing hundreds and melting cities. This is the story of how this event served as a wake-up call for Australia to manage extreme heat.</p>