Residents across the Southern Inlands are warned to prepare for damaging winds and hot weather.
A severe weather warning has been issued by the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM), forecasting strong winds across the region on Wednesday, October 22.
A "hot and gusty day" is expected across parts of the Southern Tablelands and Southern Highlands.
Residents are advised to take precautions due to the risk of falling trees and powerlines.
Author's summary: Severe weather warning issued for southeast NSW.