Urgent search for Richard Kearns missing in severe heatwave conditions in Tingun near Roma
An urgent search is underway for a man missing in extreme heatwave conditions in Central Queensland.
Richard Kearns, 38, was dropped off at Barracks Rd in Tingun, about 30km south of Roma, by his mum on January 11.
He has not been seen since and is not believed to be carrying a phone or any money.
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The area in which he was last seen has experienced several days of severe heatwave conditions, according to the Bureau of Meteorology.
Roma reached a high of 44C on Thursday and is expected to reach 40C again on Friday and Saturday.
Kearns is described as Caucasian, 180cm tall, with a proportionate build and ginger hair.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact police.
Originally published on 7NEWS
