Homes believed lost in NSW 'mega blaze' as firefighters tackle 70-metre flames in windy conditions
5 years ago

Homes believed lost in NSW 'mega blaze' as firefighters tackle 70-metre flames in windy conditions

ABC  

A "mega blaze" is believed to have destroyed several homes in the Hawkesbury area north-west of Sydney, where authorities issued an emergency warning. NSW Rural Fire Service Deputy Commissioner Rob Rogers said there were reports properties were "impacted" after the fire grew "considerably" at its southern end over the afternoon. "Firefighters are trying to protect as many properties as they can but people in that area can see that fire's behaviour is really tough," Mr Rogers said. "We're going to do as much as we can to protect as many homes as we can, but I think for those residents in those areas and firefighters, it's going to be a really tough week."

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Heat wave leads to warnings of potentially devastating wildfires in southern Australia
2 weeks ago

Heat wave leads to warnings of potentially devastating wildfires in southern Australia

Associated Press  

NEWCASTLE, Australia — Communities and firefighters across Australia’s second-most populous state were preparing Thursday for potentially devastating wild fires as a heat wave fanned by erratic winds presented the worst fire conditions in several years. “Firefighters, I can say, are doing everything possible to protect life and protect property.” An emergency warning was issued by fire authorities for the small …

Bushfire alert downgraded for Chapman Valley, Northampton as firefighters contain blaze
1 year, 1 month ago

Bushfire alert downgraded for Chapman Valley, Northampton as firefighters contain blaze

ABC  

A bushfire that threatened lives and homes in Western Australia's Mid West has been downgraded as firefighters work to contain the blaze. Key points: Firefighters are working to contain a bushfire that threatened lives and homes in WA's Mid West Residents credit volunteers with saving multiple properties from flames The North West Coastal highway remains closed, with conditions to be …

Bushfire threat across NSW and Queensland eases as blazes burn near towns of Tenterfield, Wallangarra and Tara
1 year, 2 months ago

Bushfire threat across NSW and Queensland eases as blazes burn near towns of Tenterfield, Wallangarra and Tara

ABC  

Easing weather conditions have helped firefighters get on top of dozens of fires rampaging through regional communities across Queensland and New South Wales that have destroyed dozens of homes. Key points: Firefighters have got the upper hand on a fire that broke out near a school in Sydney's west A cool southerly change is spreading across major fire grounds 53 …

A wildfire raging for a week in eastern Australia claims a life and razes more than 50 homes
1 year, 2 months ago

A wildfire raging for a week in eastern Australia claims a life and razes more than 50 homes

The Independent  

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Two dead, dozens homes destroyed as bushfires rage across eastern Australia
1 year, 2 months ago

Two dead, dozens homes destroyed as bushfires rage across eastern Australia

India Today  

Two people were killed and dozens of homes were destroyed in bushfires raging across Australia's northern Queensland state, as firefighters travelled from across the country and from New Zealand to try and contain the out-of-control blazes. Residents have been told to evacuate from two massive bushfires in the southeast portion of Queensland, even as dozens of fires continue to burn …

NSW RFS volunteer dies after medical episode while working on Bean Creek fire near Kyogle
1 year, 2 months ago

NSW RFS volunteer dies after medical episode while working on Bean Creek fire near Kyogle

ABC  

A volunteer firefighter has died after suffering a medical episode while working on a bushfire in northern New South Wales Saturday. Key points: The man was working on a fire burning in the Kyogle region Saturday The NSW RFS Commissioner and Emergency Services Minister have acknowledged the impact on the man's family, fellow RFS members and the local community The …

Australian Authorities Warn Citizens of Horrific Bushfire Season
1 year, 3 months ago

Australian Authorities Warn Citizens of Horrific Bushfire Season

News 18  

Warm winds fanned multiple blazes on Wednesday in an unusually early start to Australia’s annual fire season, prompting a state leader to warn of a “horror” summer of bushfires ahead. “Be prepared for a horror summer,” New South Wales Premier Chris Minns told a news conference in Bega. “Bushfires love this environment and it is devastating for regional communities in …

Another Black Summer for Australia? Residents told to Flee Victoria Bushfires
1 year, 3 months ago

Another Black Summer for Australia? Residents told to Flee Victoria Bushfires

News 18  

Firefighters warned people on Tuesday to flee or take shelter if it is too late to leave as warm, gusty winds fanned “very challenging” bushfires in Victoria, eastern Australia. People who had not yet left from another seven neighbourhoods were told to take shelter immediately because “it is too late to leave the area safely”. “We are experiencing spot fires …

Sydney bushfires: More than 100 blazes across New South Wales as temperatures soar to 33C
1 year, 3 months ago

Sydney bushfires: More than 100 blazes across New South Wales as temperatures soar to 33C

Daily Mail  

Dry heat and strengthening winds have placed Sydney and holidaymakers on high alert for bushfires as more than 100 blazes burn statewide. Greater Sydney and Greater Hunter are among five areas facing extreme danger from blazes on Tuesday and among eight areas subject to total fire bans. A fire burns near Bawley Point on the New South Wales south coast …

NSW fire crews work through weekend to contain more than 70 blazes across the state
1 year, 4 months ago

NSW fire crews work through weekend to contain more than 70 blazes across the state

ABC  

Warm and windy conditions in New South Wales have fanned dozens of blazes across the state, with hundreds of firefighters mobilised to contain them throughout the weekend. Key points: More than 70 fires are burning across NSW, following strong winds on Friday Two fires reached Watch and Act alert level in the Clarence Valley The RFS warns fire danger season …

NSW Bushfires Coronial Inquiry wraps as Blue Mountains locals make last-ditch appeal on back-burn
1 year, 4 months ago

NSW Bushfires Coronial Inquiry wraps as Blue Mountains locals make last-ditch appeal on back-burn

ABC  

After almost two years, the New South Wales Bushfires Coronial Inquiry has withdrawn to consider its findings, after hearing that a back-burn that sparked a devastating fire in the Blue Mountains was "appropriate" in what were "undoubtedly difficult circumstances". Key points: The NSW Bushfires Coronial Inquiry has adjourned for Coroner Teresa O'Sullivan to consider her findings For almost two years, …

Bushfires continue to burn in Queensland's Western Downs region, evacuated residents face anxious wait to assess the damage
1 year, 10 months ago

Bushfires continue to burn in Queensland's Western Downs region, evacuated residents face anxious wait to assess the damage

ABC  

Queensland firefighters are focusing efforts on three major bushfires burning in the Western Downs. He said the fire near Fairyland is also not contained and is out of control and that the conditions had been "some of the worst fire weather that we have seen for many years". "The Wieambilla fire is now finished — all damage assessments have been …

'Horrendous' Wheatbelt bushfires still pose a threat, says fire chief
2 years, 11 months ago

'Horrendous' Wheatbelt bushfires still pose a threat, says fire chief

ABC  

Fires that tore through Western Australia's agricultural heartland overnight scorching farmland and destroying homes still pose a threat. Key points: Southern WA is hit by spate of fires across the weekend Twin bushfires are raging through WA's Wheatbelt, scorching farm land and razing at least one home Catastrophic conditions have left hundreds of firefighters battling blazes Twin fires hit the …

Residents flee flames, fear for homes, as southern WA bushfire emergency worsens
2 years, 11 months ago

Residents flee flames, fear for homes, as southern WA bushfire emergency worsens

ABC  

Anxious residents evacuated from the path of an out-of-control bushfire in Western Australia’s south say they don’t know whether their homes have been destroyed. Key points: An emergency warning is in place for homes near Denmark, a popular coastal tourist town Water bombers and ground crews are battling the flames in steep terrain amid hot, windy conditions The warning applies …

Perth Hills bushfire emergency claims more homes as blaze continues to burn out of control
3 years, 11 months ago

Perth Hills bushfire emergency claims more homes as blaze continues to burn out of control

ABC  

Firefighters are making progress in containing the massive Perth Hills bushfire, which has so far razed 81 properties in four days and more than 10,00 hectares of land. Key points: Firefighters have managed to save the under-threat Shady Hills estate But the perimeter of the massive blaze has grown to 136 kilometres Emergency funding has been announced for affected homeowners …

Perth Hills bushfire at 'critical' stage as firefighters struggle to contain massive blaze
3 years, 11 months ago

Perth Hills bushfire at 'critical' stage as firefighters struggle to contain massive blaze

ABC  

Fire authorities battling a massive bushfire threatening lives and homes in the Perth Hills say the situation is at a critical stage as strong south easterly winds push the blaze towards houses on the northern edge of the fire. Key points: Wind changes are hindering efforts to control the Perth Hills blaze The massive fire has burned through more than …

Australia bushfire threatens township on World Heritage-listed Fraser island
4 years, 1 month ago

Australia bushfire threatens township on World Heritage-listed Fraser island

The Independent  

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NSW bushfire victims housed in temporary accommodation 'pods' while coronavirus slows recovery
4 years, 8 months ago

NSW bushfire victims housed in temporary accommodation 'pods' while coronavirus slows recovery

ABC  

The Richardson family has been living with their neighbours for five months since a bushfire destroyed their home on the New South Wales Mid North Coast. It's been tough — but yesterday they got a small rectangular lifeline in the form of a temporary accommodation "pod". "It's got everything we are going to need, we can actually move home," Ms …

Homes lost as bushfires hit NSW South Coast communities
4 years, 11 months ago

Homes lost as bushfires hit NSW South Coast communities

ABC  

Homes have been lost to out-of-control bushfires in NSW with temperatures hitting 40 degrees Celsius in parts of the state. Key points: There are reports of property losses on the south coast The public were urged to curb electricity use due to damage at some power stations The BOM is forecasting a temperature drop for Friday The NSW Rural Fire …

Aussie burned in massive inferno caused by wildfires
4 years, 11 months ago

Aussie burned in massive inferno caused by wildfires

Deccan Chronicle  

Burragate, Australia: Two wildfires merged to form a massive inferno in southeast Australia on Saturday, near where a man suffered serious burns protecting a home during a night of treacherous conditions during the nation’s unprecedented fire crisis. Authorities were assessing the damage after firefighters battled flames fanned by strong winds through the night and lightning strikes sparked new blazes in …

Fire crews take chance to backburn after mega-blaze forms on NSW-Victorian border
4 years, 11 months ago

Fire crews take chance to backburn after mega-blaze forms on NSW-Victorian border

ABC  

Firefighters across Victoria and New South Wales are battling to contain huge blazes burning across the country's south-east, as a wind change that initially fanned erratic fires brings a brief reprieve. Key points: In NSW erratic fire conditions have been predicted well into the night Rain in Victoria has been enough to extinguish so-called "campaign fires" but authorities warn forecast …

Photos | Wildfire-weary Australians see no end to unprecedented calamity
5 years ago

Photos | Wildfire-weary Australians see no end to unprecedented calamity

LA Times  

Exhausted firefighters welcomed cooler weather and patchy rain in blaze-ravaged southeastern Australia Monday after a calamitous few days, even as authorities warn of a return to dangerous conditions later this week. With no end in sight to the months-long crisis, authorities are counting the cost after the weekend saw properties in small towns on the south coast of New South …

Southern Highlands' Morton bushfire devastates Wingello, Bundanoon and Kangaroo Valley
5 years ago

Southern Highlands' Morton bushfire devastates Wingello, Bundanoon and Kangaroo Valley

ABC  

Some stayed and defended their properties, while others could only watch on as their homes burned to the ground as a mega fire front swept through the Southern Highlands. Key points: More than 10 homes have been lost through the Southern Highlands region of NSW Vast swathes of prime farming land have been destroyed through the Kangaroo Valley The fire …

‘Not safe to move': Fire threats intensify in Australia
5 years ago

‘Not safe to move': Fire threats intensify in Australia

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — A father and son who were battling flames for two days are the latest victims of the worst wildfire season in Australian history, and the path of destruction widened in at least three states Saturday due to strong winds and high temperatures. We are still yet to hit the worst of it.” Morrison said the governor general had …

'Millions of sparks': Bushfires raging across Australia prompt govt to conduct evacuations as authorities predict blaze may worsen with strong winds
5 years ago

'Millions of sparks': Bushfires raging across Australia prompt govt to conduct evacuations as authorities predict blaze may worsen with strong winds

Firstpost  

Wildfires raging across Australia have prompted one of the largest evacuations in the country’s history as what is already the worst season on record is likely to become even more devastating due to hot weather and strong winds Sydney: Wildfires raging across Australia have prompted one of the largest evacuations in the country’s history as what is already the worst …

Deadly fires are threatening Australia’s entire way of life
5 years ago

Deadly fires are threatening Australia’s entire way of life

CNN  

CNN — Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison may have thought a visit to a fire-ravaged town would help boost his image after a series of stumbles in handling the country’s bushfire crisis. Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images A Royal Australian Navy MH-60R Seahawk "Romeo" helicopter refuels onboard HMAS Adelaide during Operation Bushfire Assist, on Sunday, January 5, in this image …

‘Millions of sparks': Weather raises Australia’s fire danger
5 years ago

‘Millions of sparks': Weather raises Australia’s fire danger

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Wildfires raging across Australia have prompted one of the largest evacuations in the country’s history as what is already the worst season on record is likely to become even more devastating due to hot weather and strong winds. The early and devastating start to Australia’s summer wildfires has already burned about 5 million hectares of land, left at …

Fire continues to devastate Australia
5 years ago

Fire continues to devastate Australia

The Hindu  

At the peak of the summer holiday period, tens of thousands of holidaymakers have been urged to leave national parks and tourist areas on the NSW south coast and eastern areas of Victoria before a return of temperatures above 40C and hot winds on Saturday. Rural Fire Service volunteers and NSW Fire and Rescue officers fight a bushfire encroaching on …

Australia fires: Military rescues residents as entire towns threatened
5 years ago

Australia fires: Military rescues residents as entire towns threatened

CNN  

CNN — Australian authorities are launching naval and air rescue operations along the country’s southeast coast as deadly wildfires intensify, stranding residents and tourists in towns that may be wiped out by Saturday. Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images A Royal Australian Navy MH-60R Seahawk "Romeo" helicopter refuels onboard HMAS Adelaide during Operation Bushfire Assist, on Sunday, January 5, in this …

NSW bushfires death toll and homes destroyed rise after body of South Coast man found
5 years ago

NSW bushfires death toll and homes destroyed rise after body of South Coast man found

ABC  

The NSW Rural Fire Service says tomorrow will be a "bad day" with bushfire conditions expected to reach catastrophic levels. Key points: The total number of confirmed dead in NSW this bushfire season is 17 At least three volunteer firefighters were killed in the past two weeks while battling blazes The latest stocktake of destruction comes amid mass evacuations on …

Australia fires: New South Wales declares a 7-day state of emergency
5 years ago

Australia fires: New South Wales declares a 7-day state of emergency

CNN  

CNN — The Australian state of New South Wales has declared a state of emergency and could begin forced evacuations from fire-stricken areas, as emergency crews battle deadly blazes and brace for a dangerous weekend ahead. Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images A Royal Australian Navy MH-60R Seahawk "Romeo" helicopter refuels onboard HMAS Adelaide during Operation Bushfire Assist, on Sunday, January …

Moment embers rain down as firestorm engulfs truck filled with firies
5 years ago

Moment embers rain down as firestorm engulfs truck filled with firies

Daily Mail  

Firefighters battling raging blazes on the New South Wales south coast have shared the terrifying moment a vicious firestorm engulfed their truck. Embers are seen flying around the fire truck as the crew drove through the area near Nowra on the South Coast The crew were just metres away from fires as they drove about 300 metres down the road …

Fires in Australia: Seven people have died in the past 24 hours
5 years ago

Fires in Australia: Seven people have died in the past 24 hours

CNN  

CNN — Seven people have died in the past 24 hours in the Australian state of New South Wales as blazing wildfires continue to tear through bushland and towns. Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images A Royal Australian Navy MH-60R Seahawk "Romeo" helicopter refuels onboard HMAS Adelaide during Operation Bushfire Assist, on Sunday, January 5, in this image provided by the …

Bushfires on NSW South Coast kill seven people, destroy 176 buildings
5 years ago

Bushfires on NSW South Coast kill seven people, destroy 176 buildings

ABC  

Seven people have died and 176 homes have been destroyed by devastating bushfires that hit southern New South Wales on Wednesday. Key points: Death toll expected to rise as number of people killed reaches seven RFS says 176 homes have been destroyed with 89 homes lost in Conjola Park Karen Lissa thought she was going to die when a bushfire …

Raging wildfires trap 4,000 at Australian town’s waterfront
5 years ago

Raging wildfires trap 4,000 at Australian town’s waterfront

Associated Press  

PERTH, Australia — Wildfires burning across Australia’s two most populous states Tuesday trapped residents of a seaside town in apocalyptic conditions and killed at least two people while more property along the country’s east coast fell victim to a devastating fire season. New South Wales state Rural Fire Services Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons said this wildfire season is the worst on …

Shrouded in darkness on New Year: Raging wildfires trap 4,000 at Australian town's waterfront
5 years ago

Shrouded in darkness on New Year: Raging wildfires trap 4,000 at Australian town's waterfront

India TV News  

Wildfires burning across Australia’s two most-populous states trapped residents of a seaside town in apocalyptic conditions Tuesday and were feared to have destroyed many properties and caused fatalities. Australia’s wildfires have razed more than 1,000 homes in the past few months, with the most-populous state of New South Wales bearing the brunt. Raging wildfires trap 4,000 at Australian town's waterfront …

Australia bushfires: New Year’s Eve fireworks in Canberra cancelled; conditions expected to worsen in New South Wales on 31 Dec
5 years ago

Australia bushfires: New Year’s Eve fireworks in Canberra cancelled; conditions expected to worsen in New South Wales on 31 Dec

Firstpost  

New Year’s Eve fireworks in Australia’s capital city have been canceled as the wildfire danger worsens in oppressive summer heat, and pressure was building Monday for Sydney’s iconic celebrations to be similarly scrapped Perth: New Year’s Eve fireworks in Australia’s capital city have been canceled as the wildfire danger worsens in oppressive summer heat, and pressure was building Monday for …

NSW volunteer firefighter dies after truck rollover near Victorian border
5 years ago

NSW volunteer firefighter dies after truck rollover near Victorian border

ABC  

A volunteer firefighter has died and two others have been injured while working on a fire burning near Albury, the NSW Rural Fire Service has confirmed. Key points: All three firefighters were working on a blaze near Jingellic, 70 kilometres east of Albury It follows difficult conditions in which some fires generated dangerous thunderstorms Temperatures hit the low 40s in …

Australia fires: Thousands take refuge on a beach in Mallacoota, Victoria, as wildfires rage
5 years ago

Australia fires: Thousands take refuge on a beach in Mallacoota, Victoria, as wildfires rage

CNN  

CNN — Australians are facing a terrifying start to the new year, as bushfires rip through popular tourist spots on the country’s southeast coast, forcing thousands of people to take refuge on nearby beaches. Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images A Royal Australian Navy MH-60R Seahawk "Romeo" helicopter refuels onboard HMAS Adelaide during Operation Bushfire Assist, on Sunday, January 5, in …

Two volunteer firefighters die during NSW bushfires after RFS truck rolls off road
5 years ago

Two volunteer firefighters die during NSW bushfires after RFS truck rolls off road

ABC  

Two volunteer firefighters were killed and three others injured in "the worst imaginable set of circumstances" when their truck rolled after being hit by a tree in Sydney's south-west. Key points: The men who died, Geoff Keaton, 32, and Andrew O'Dwyer, 36, were both fathers to young children Their truck was part of a convoy near the Green Wattle Creek …

NSW state of emergency declared as bushfires and extreme heat take hold after hottest day
5 years ago

NSW state of emergency declared as bushfires and extreme heat take hold after hottest day

ABC  

Alright, let's do a stocktake of the situation. There are currently three emergency-level fires burning in NSW at Gospers Mountain, Green Wattle Creek and Kerry Ridge. At least 20 buildings have been destroyed in the south-west, but estimates are early and likely very conservative — the RFS says it could take some time before it's able to conduct a damage …

NSW bushfire burning at Kerry Ridge downgraded to watch and act, 'mega-fire' downgraded to advice
5 years ago

NSW bushfire burning at Kerry Ridge downgraded to watch and act, 'mega-fire' downgraded to advice

ABC  

The Gospers Mountain "mega-fire" burning north-west of Sydney, as well as a bushfire in the Hunter region have both been downgraded. Fire crews lost control of a backburn on the "mega-fire" yesterday afternoon and 20 structures around Mount Irvine, Mount Wilson and Mount Tomah were destroyed as a result. RFS Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons said the crews in the area were …

WA bushfire emergency: Exhausted WA firies bolstered by NSW air support as more heat forecast
5 years ago

WA bushfire emergency: Exhausted WA firies bolstered by NSW air support as more heat forecast

ABC  

Water bombers from New South Wales have been sent to assist weary firefighters who are battling multiple emergency fires, including a massive blaze in Perth's north which has entered its fifth day. Key points: New South Wales has sent a Boeing 737 waterbomber to help fight bushfires in WA Two emergency warnings are active in Yanchep and Collie, in the …

Perth bushfire emergency continues as firefighters spend a fourth day trying to protect lives, homes
5 years ago

Perth bushfire emergency continues as firefighters spend a fourth day trying to protect lives, homes

ABC  

A bushfire threatening lives and homes in Perth's north has remained at emergency level for a fourth consecutive day — and it may stay there for several more, with flames being fanned further up the coast. Key points: The fire has burnt through 12,000 hectares, destroying several structures DFES' commissioner says difficult times are ahead and warns of further damage …

Perth bushfire emergency warning extends to Two Rocks, Guilderton after Yanchep blaze moves north
5 years ago

Perth bushfire emergency warning extends to Two Rocks, Guilderton after Yanchep blaze moves north

ABC  

A bushfire emergency zone north of Perth has expanded to take in more communities as 40-degree heat and warm easterly winds fan flames up the coast. Key points: The fire north of Perth has burnt through a large area of Yanchep and Two Rocks Winds that helped firefighters overnight could make things worse later today Towns north along the coast …

Sydney firefighting headquarters evacuated due to heavy smoke
5 years ago

Sydney firefighting headquarters evacuated due to heavy smoke

India TV News  

The New South Wales Rural Firefighting Service headquarters, located in Sydney's West, was evacuated on Tuesday as heavy smoke from nearby bushfires wreaked havoc with the building's alarm systems. Hazardous smoke levels triggered alarms within the building, forcing the staff to go outside while a number of key personnel remained in the control room to maintain fire response coordination, reports …

NSW 'mega-fire' is on Sydney's doorstep, here's what firefighters are doing about it
5 years, 1 month ago

NSW 'mega-fire' is on Sydney's doorstep, here's what firefighters are doing about it

ABC  

"Worst ever" and "unprecedented" have become the new norm this bushfire season, but when a blaze grows to the size of Sydney a new standard of overwhelming is set and firefighting becomes a logistical headache. Uncharted territory This 250,000 hectare blaze has presented new challenges for the RFS and different approaches must be taken, according to public liaison officer Stuart …

NSW bushfires surround Sydney but conditions ease for now
5 years, 1 month ago

NSW bushfires surround Sydney but conditions ease for now

ABC  

Conditions have eased since the New South Wales bushfire crisis arrived in Sydney on Friday, but authorities warn that residents are "not out of the woods yet". Key points: Firefighters were using easing conditions to conduct "critical backburning" A helicopter aiding firefighters had crashed north-east of Newcastle earlier today A total fire ban has been declared in several areas, including …

NSW bushfires: Terrifying moment wall of flames engulfs trees caught on camera
5 years, 1 month ago

NSW bushfires: Terrifying moment wall of flames engulfs trees caught on camera

ABC  

The terrifying moment firefighters sprinted away from a wall of flames has been captured on camera, as NSW continues to be ravaged by several out-of-control blazes. The NSW Rural Fire Service issued an emergency warning for the blaze, which was threatening properties on the doorstep of Australia's biggest city. Key points: NSW's bushfire crisis intensified on Thursday, with several emergency …

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