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Desert danger forces outback shutdown
The Simpson Desert in outback Australia is to be closed over summer for the first time, due to safety concerns.
The conservation park and regional reserve, which covers more than 3.6 million hectares, will be closed from December 1 until March 15.
Environment Department regional operations director in South Australia, Trevor Naismith, says extreme heat in the desert makes it dangerous for people to attempt crossings.
He says temperatures often reach 50 degrees Celsius, making the region especially dangerous for tourists from overseas.
"[They are] often in a hired vehicle, with very limited four-wheel-driving experience," he said.
"No real concept of the enormous distances involved and the difficulties that are encountered in driving in desert conditions."
The Simpson Desert has only tracks, rather than any defined roads.
Article
Desert danger forces outback shutdown
The Simpson Desert in outback Australia is to be closed over summer for the first time, due to safety concerns.
The conservation park and regional reserve, which covers more than 3.6 million hectares, will be closed from December 1 until March 15.
Environment Department regional operations director in South Australia, Trevor Naismith, says extreme heat in the desert makes it dangerous for people to attempt crossings.
He says temperatures often reach 50 degrees Celsius, making the region especially dangerous for tourists from overseas.
"[They are] often in a hired vehicle, with very limited four-wheel-driving experience," he said.
"No real concept of the enormous distances involved and the difficulties that are encountered in driving in desert conditions."
The Simpson Desert has only tracks, rather than any defined roads.
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