Sydney braces for heatwave after storms

Temperatures are forecast to soar past 34C in parts of the city's west on Thursday while the city will remain cooler at 29C. By Friday, the mercury is tipped to rise to 35C in the city and 40C in the west. The sizzling temperatures, expected to last through the weekend, comes after thunderstorms swept through Sydney and parts of NSW on Tuesday, causing flash flooding, property damage, several flood rescues and evacuations.

A sign indicating the fire danger of the day (AAP) Source: AAP