Maps released by the Australian Climate Service show just how bad things will get for heatwaves, drought and coastal flooding

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Australia’s national climate risk assessment report, released last week, revealed a horrifying future if urgent action to address global heating was not taken.

The report looked at 10 “priority hazards” - such as bushfires, flooding and extreme heat - and the risks they presented across Australia’s way of life (you can read about the key takeaways from the report here).

Source: Guardian - World News