Autumn bushfire danger as hot and dry conditions linger

Much of Australia's southern coast will remain at risk of bushfires into autumn, an outlook warns. (David Crosling/AAP PHOTOS)

Bushfire risks are expected to persist in southern parts of the nation as hot and dry conditions continue into autumn, emergency services warn.

The danger is tipped to remain elevated in patches between Perth and Carnarvon in WA, and along much of Australia's southern coast to Gippsland in Victoria, according to a seasonal outlook from the National Council for Fire and Emergency Services.