A large bushfire in Victoria, Australia, has burned through 74,000 hectares, prompting evacuations and forcing firefighters to battle dangerous conditions. Cooler weather has brought some relief, but the fire is expected to continue for weeks. Authorities are urging residents to monitor conditions and remain vigilant.
The fire has burnt 74,000 hectares, roughly the size of Singapore, and is expected to burn for weeks to come.
The intense heat paired with severe, damaging winds, with peak gusts reaching 100km/h, created dangerous conditions. It's believed about eight structures have been lost, including a property, with the damage still being accounted for.Emergency services are expected to undergo further impact assessments when it is safe for personnel to enter the fire-impacted area.
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