Sydney Morning Herald | Total fire ban in place for western Sydney and surrounding areas The Daily Telegraph A TOTAL fire ban has been declared for today with hot gusty winds and a top temperature of 34C forecast. The ban - which coincides with a `severe' fire danger rating for Sydney - will be in place until midnight tonight. Firefighters are keen to avoid a repeat on ... Sydney faces high temperatures, strong winds High fire alert across NSW as temperatures set to rise Total fire bans across NSW on Thursday |