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The status yellow high temperature warning has been extended until 9am on Saturday.
Temperatures of around 31 degrees are expected today, with the possibility a new all-time record high could be set for the country.
The elderly, children and people with health issues such as diabetes are at particular risk of dehydration and heat stroke.
Keith Leonard Chairperson of National Emergency Coordination Group says people should check on the elderly today:
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