# Australian extreme weather and emergency preparedness > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/australian-extreme-weather-and-emergency-preparedness > Updated: 2026-09-27T02:39:52.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Australia has experienced a period of significant weather transitions and heightened emergency warnings. Initially, a major cold front moved across south-eastern regions, including Victoria, New South Wales, the ACT, and Tasmania, bringing sharp temperature declines, strong winds, and snow to high-country areas. Following this cold period, focus has shifted toward upcoming seasonal risks. Authorities are monitoring the formation of a strong El Niño phenomenon, which is expected to intensify through the spring. This phenomenon is projected to bring warmer and drier conditions to many parts of the country, increasing the risk of droughts and bushfires. The Australian Fire and Emergency Service Commissioners Authority (AFAC) has already identified elevated bushfire risks in several regions, including parts of New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-27: Australia prepares for daylight saving and extreme weather risks Australia prepares for daylight saving starting October 4, 2026, amid warnings of extreme weather, heatwaves, and increased bushfire risks driven by a strong El Niño phenomenon. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/australia-prepares-for-daylight-saving-and-extreme-weather-risks ### 2026-09-15: Australia faces wintry weather blast and emergency preparedness warnings South-eastern Australia faces a sudden wintry blast with dropping temperatures and snow, while emergency services urge citizens to prepare 72-hour survival kits for upcoming high-risk weather seasons. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/australia-faces-wintry-weather-blast-and-emergency-preparedness-warnings --- Cite as: Australian extreme weather and emergency preparedness. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/australian-extreme-weather-and-emergency-preparedness