A large bushfire has scorched over a third of the Grampians National Park in Victoria, Australia, destroying livestock and posing a threat to numerous communities. The blaze is impacting travel plans along the Western Highway, prompting concerns about safety. Authorities are closely monitoring the fire's progression and urging residents in affected areas to prepare for the worst.
More than a third of the Grampians National Park in Victoria 's west has been burned by a large bushfire which has destroyed livestock and is threatening to impact dozens of communities.The bushfire is impacting travel plans, with people concerned about the safety of driving along the Western Highway from Melbourne to Adelaide. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, with fire crews battling the blaze and issuing warnings to residents.
The fire has expanded to the south-east, and a change in wind direction is expected to bring strong gusts, posing a significant risk to properties and lives. Emergency services are urging people in affected areas to prepare for the worst and seek shelter if necessary. The bushfire is also impacting communication services, with mobile phone and NBN networks expected to be disrupted.
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