School closures and evacuations warnings as NSW catastrophic fires loom for Sydney
5 years, 1 month ago

School closures and evacuations warnings as NSW catastrophic fires loom for Sydney

ABC  

Tuesday's fire danger is expected to be worse than originally forecast after the NSW Rural Fire Service extended its "catastrophic" warning to coastal cities south of Sydney. On Monday afternoon, another 400,000 people across the Illawarra and Shoalhaven areas were warned to prepare for the worst ahead of what NSW Police Minister David Elliot said could be "the most dangerous bushfire week this nation has ever seen". Key points: More than 350 schools and TAFE campuses will be closed tomorrow Greater Sydney, Greater Hunter, the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions have catastrophic fire danger warnings in place More than half of the 60 fires burning in NSW remain uncontained A million hectares have now been razed across New South Wales since the start of this year's unprecedented bushfire season. Police Minister David Elliot said the forecast conditions could potentially lead to "the most dangerous bushfire week this nation has ever seen". "There's a lot of hard work ahead of us, but the simple message is we're not going to get on top of those fires before these really bad conditions hit on Tuesday," Mr Clark said.

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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

Deccan Chronicle  

Newcastle: Communities and firefighters across Australia's second-most populous state were preparing Thursday for potentially devastating wildfires as a heat wave fanned by erratic winds presented the worst fire conditions in several years. With temperatures in Victoria state reaching 37 degrees Celsius and with wind changes expected throughout the day, fire chiefs have issued stark warnings to rural communities to delay …

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 …

Residents told it’s ‘too late to leave’ as wildfire in Western Australia triples in size
1 month, 1 week ago

Residents told it’s ‘too late to leave’ as wildfire in Western Australia triples in size

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A string of coastal communities in Western Australia have been warned it is “too late …

Warning issued as bushfire moves towards Forsayth in Queensland's far northern gulf country
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Warning issued as bushfire moves towards Forsayth in Queensland's far northern gulf country

ABC  

Peter Fleming only had time to grab a T-shirt and his mobile phone as a ferocious fire engulfed his house in Queensland's far northern gulf country. The Queensland Fire Department on Monday issued a Prepare to Leave bushfire warning for Forsayth and surrounds as well as a Stay Informed warning for nearby Georgetown. "The Prepare to Leave warning was issued …

Bayindeen bushfire still burning as Victoria and South Australia swelter through extreme weather
10 months, 1 week ago

Bayindeen bushfire still burning as Victoria and South Australia swelter through extreme weather

ABC  

In short: A catastrophic fire danger warning has been issued for communities in Victoria's far west today. Stay up to date on bushfire information For the latest warnings, visit the ABC Emergency website Listen to ABC Local Radio for regular updates — find your local broadcaster here Download the Vic Emergency app on your phone to receive official updates A …

Aerial firefighting units on standby as South Australia prepares for 'extreme' fire danger
10 months, 1 week ago

Aerial firefighting units on standby as South Australia prepares for 'extreme' fire danger

ABC  

In short: South Australian authorities have urged residents to prepare for possible bushfires on Wednesday ahead of "extreme" conditions. The Country Fire Service said the Flinders, Mid North, Upper South East, Lower South East, Mount Lofty Ranges, Riverland and Murraylands districts will experience extreme danger. Fire authorities have urged South Australians to prepare for possible bushfires on Wednesday ahead of …

Bushfire in Pilliga State Forest near Narrabri in north-west NSW upgraded to emergency level
1 year ago

Bushfire in Pilliga State Forest near Narrabri in north-west NSW upgraded to emergency level

ABC  

A bushfire near Narrabri in north-west NSW has been upgraded to emergency warning level for the second time in 24 hours, with residents in the area of Bohena Creek told it is to late to leave. Key points: A bushfire in the Pilliga State Forest has burnt more than 64,000 hectares The Rural Fire Service says there are concerns for …

About 70 bushfires burning across Queensland with conditions expected to worsen on Tuesday
1 year, 2 months ago

About 70 bushfires burning across Queensland with conditions expected to worsen on Tuesday

ABC  

Queensland firefighters continue to work tirelessly to contain a major blaze at Tara with conditions expected to flare up again on Tuesday. Three fires on the Sunshine Coast occurred in areas with no ignition source Queensland Police Service Deputy Commissioner Ben Marcus says authorities are looking "at the origin of all fires" across the state. Some people returning to homes …

Extreme bushfire warning for northern NSW and the Hunter as BOM forecasts near-record heat
1 year, 2 months ago

Extreme bushfire warning for northern NSW and the Hunter as BOM forecasts near-record heat

ABC  

A fire raging south-west of Grafton on the NSW Mid North Coast escalated to Emergency level on Wednesday afternoon before being downgraded to Advice hours later, with residents in the region being advised to seek shelter. Key points: Hot and dry conditions are driving two bushfires in northern NSW Extreme fire risk was declared in the Hunter, North-Western and Northern …

Schools closed, extreme fire danger warnings issued in NSW as hot, windy weather returns
1 year, 2 months ago

Schools closed, extreme fire danger warnings issued in NSW as hot, windy weather returns

ABC  

Six New South Wales schools are closed as hot and windy conditions set in across large parts of the state, while the recovery effort from a large fire still burning on the state's Far South Coast begins. Key points: Six total fire bans are in place amid extreme fire danger for five NSW regions Nearly 50 fires are already burning …

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 …

Less than 24-hours after fires ravage Victorian communities, they're now preparing for floods
1 year, 3 months ago

Less than 24-hours after fires ravage Victorian communities, they're now preparing for floods

ABC  

Quick Read In short: Several communities in Gippsland, in Victoria's east, remain on high alert as bushfires continue to burn. Firefighters get 'upper hand' with weather reprieve CFA chief officer Jason Heffernan said Sunday had been a "very challenging day" for firefighters. He said milder conditions on Monday allowed hundreds of firefighters to get "the upper hand" in containing the …

Australia, scarred by bushfires, on high alert for dangerous summer
1 year, 3 months ago

Australia, scarred by bushfires, on high alert for dangerous summer

The Hindu  

Four years since bushfires destroyed wide swathes of southeastern Australia, killing 33, the country is once again on high alert, bracing for what weather experts say will be the hottest, driest period since the so-called Black Summer. "Once we've actually dried out the landscape from the wet conditions it's starting from, it could be that we end up with a …

'Catastrophic' bushfire warning has thousands of Australians on alert this spring
1 year, 4 months ago

'Catastrophic' bushfire warning has thousands of Australians on alert this spring

Daily Mail  

Residents in southern Queensland are being warned to brace for catastrophic bushfire conditions for the first time in almost three years. On Monday, residents of the Darling Downs and Granite Belt regions, which includes Toowoomba and Warwick, will face the highest fire threat rating. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services chief superintendent Tony Johnstone said the catastrophic rating meant fires could …

Australia’s east faces ‘worst heatwave in two years’ as bushfires continue to rage
1 year, 10 months ago

Australia’s east faces ‘worst heatwave in two years’ as bushfires continue to rage

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Bushfires continue to burn across New South Wales as Sydney and some other parts of …

Fire authorities call in extra water bombers as South Australia swelters through heatwave
1 year, 10 months ago

Fire authorities call in extra water bombers as South Australia swelters through heatwave

ABC  

South Australia's Country Fire Service has called in additional water bombers as the state prepares for a perfect storm of bushfire conditions. Key points: Temperatures are expected to soar above 40 Celsius across South Australia, accompanied by strong winds South Australia's Country Fire Service has called on the support of water-bombing aircraft from interstate Firefighters are already being kept busy …

Fire danger rating reaches catastrophic in South Australian districts for first time since warning system's revamp
2 years, 1 month ago

Fire danger rating reaches catastrophic in South Australian districts for first time since warning system's revamp

ABC  

While river communities are facing inundation from flooding, other parts of South Australia are now bracing for the state's first day of catastrophic fire danger since the national danger rating system was revamped. Key points: Saturday is forecast to be a day of catastrophic or extreme fire danger in several South Australian districts CFS crews are on stand-by, water bombers …

Flooded NSW towns and dry parts of WA face 'above normal' bushfire potential, says national fire council
2 years, 1 month ago

Flooded NSW towns and dry parts of WA face 'above normal' bushfire potential, says national fire council

ABC  

Fire authorities are warning flooded inland towns in New South Wales and drier parts of southern Western Australia should prepare for "above normal fire potential" this summer. Key points: Large swathes of NSW and parts of southern WA are expected to be at "above normal" fire risk this summer Record rainfall in eastern Australia is expected to create significant fuel …

Sydney news: Spike in NSW house fire-related deaths preventable, says Fire and Rescue
2 years, 5 months ago

Sydney news: Spike in NSW house fire-related deaths preventable, says Fire and Rescue

ABC  

Here's what you need to know this morning. One person was killed in a house fire at Bankstown in Sydney's south-west on Saturday morning and a man, 55, was pulled from a house fire at Port Macquarie on the state's Mid North Coast a few hours earlier. COVID cruise ship arrives The Pacific Explorer, carrying dozens of passengers who have …

Sydney floods: Where are the NSW flood warnings? What has the Bureau of Meteorology forecast?
2 years, 6 months ago

Sydney floods: Where are the NSW flood warnings? What has the Bureau of Meteorology forecast?

ABC  

The NSW State Emergency Service has issued dozens of flood evacuation orders and warnings in response to torrential rain hitting the state. Here are the evacuation orders up until 3:30pm on Sunday: North Richmond East Low-Lying parts of Freemans Reach Parts of Ebenezer Pitt Town Bottoms Parts of Cattai Cornwallis and the eastern part of Richmond Lowlands Parts of Pitt …

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 …

Emergency warning downgraded as threat eases for bushfire in Rockingham, south of Perth
2 years, 11 months ago

Emergency warning downgraded as threat eases for bushfire in Rockingham, south of Perth

ABC  

The threat level for a bushfire burning in East Rockingham, Hillman and Coolongup, south of Perth, has been downgraded to a watch and act. Key points: The fire has been downgraded to a watch and act There is still a possible threat to lives and homes The blaze is burning close to Rockingham Hospital An emergency warning was in place …

More evacuations amid ‘catastrophic’ floods in eastern Australia
3 years, 9 months ago

More evacuations amid ‘catastrophic’ floods in eastern Australia

Al Jazeera  

Authorities extend flood and severe weather warnings to more areas, send helicopters to rescue stranded people. Authorities in eastern Australia have issued fresh flood warnings and evacuation orders amid a relentless week-long downpour, as emergency services deployed helicopters and boats to rescue residents stranded by “catastrophic” floodwaters. Organic farmer Rod Bailey said his property near Port Macquarie in NSW had …

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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Emergency warnings for bushfires, floods and cyclones about to get clearer
4 years, 1 month ago

Emergency warnings for bushfires, floods and cyclones about to get clearer

ABC  

The rollout of Australia's new bushfire warning system, which will be consistent across the country and provide clearer advice about how people should respond, begins today. Key points: A new emergency warning system is being rolled out from today Warning terms used for bushfires will now apply to other hazards The system also includes new icons that are consistent across …

NSW BOM forecast shows heatwave conditions for large areas of the state with temperatures into 40s
4 years, 1 month ago

NSW BOM forecast shows heatwave conditions for large areas of the state with temperatures into 40s

ABC  

The first major heatwave of the season is about to hit New South Wales with temperatures expected to climb into the high-30s and mid-40s over the next few days. "On this occasion, we will see temperatures drop a little bit overnight, but when you're dealing with a couple of days in a row of well-above 40 degrees, it is pretty …

Bushfire royal commission says governments need to coordinate for 'more intense' natural disasters
4 years, 4 months ago

Bushfire royal commission says governments need to coordinate for 'more intense' natural disasters

ABC  

Australia's a new emergency warning system needs to be finished quickly, the bushfire royal commission has said, after warning of "more frequent and intense" natural disasters in coming decades. Key points: The bushfire royal commission says a National Cabinet-style approach could work for emergencies other than COVID-19 The commission says work on a new Australian warning system needs to be …

Emergency situation declared amid bushfire threat around Darwin, conditions to worsen on Thursday
4 years, 4 months ago

Emergency situation declared amid bushfire threat around Darwin, conditions to worsen on Thursday

ABC  

An emergency situation has been declared in response to the bushfire threat near Darwin, with dangerous weather conditions set to worsen on Thursday. Key points: Extreme fire conditions over the Top End are expected to deteriorate on Thursday The declaration of an emergency situation allows for forced evacuations if necessary A fire that started near Lake Bennett on Monday was …

Australia’s climate crisis has been building for years but no one listened
4 years, 10 months ago

Australia’s climate crisis has been building for years but no one listened

CNN  

CNN — Australia was already grappling with extreme heat and one of the worst droughts on record when devastating bushfires tore through the bone dry land. 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 Australian Department of …

Australia declares state of emergency for capital city of Canberra as strong winds, rising temperatures threaten to fan bushfires
4 years, 11 months ago

Australia declares state of emergency for capital city of Canberra as strong winds, rising temperatures threaten to fan bushfires

Firstpost  

Australian officials declared a state of emergency for the capital city of Canberra and surrounding regions, as soaring temperatures and strong winds threatened to propel a large bushfire beyond the control of firefighters. Sydney: Australian officials declared a state of emergency for the capital city of Canberra and surrounding regions on Friday, as soaring temperatures and strong winds threatened to …

Australia declares state of emergency over bushfires
4 years, 11 months ago

Australia declares state of emergency over bushfires

India TV News  

Andrew Barr, the Chief Minister of the Australian Capital Territory, on Friday declared a state of emergency amid a bushfire threat in the region. This is the first time a state of emergency has been declared in the territory since the 2003 bushfires that killed four people and destroyed almost 500 buildings, reports Xinhua news agency. "The state of emergency …

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 …

Thunderstorms, heavy rains along Australia’s east coast bring hope that bushfires will slow down; flash flooding likely in some parts, warn officials
4 years, 11 months ago

Thunderstorms, heavy rains along Australia’s east coast bring hope that bushfires will slow down; flash flooding likely in some parts, warn officials

Firstpost  

Thunderstorms and heavy rain swept across parts of Australia’s east coast on Thursday, bringing hope that some of the fierce bushfires razing the country will be extinguished - or at least slowed Melbourne: Thunderstorms and heavy rain swept across parts of Australia’s east coast on Thursday, bringing hope that some of the fierce bushfires razing the country will be extinguished …

Australia fires latest: Rain and hail pelt fire-ravaged states, bringing new risks – and potential relief
4 years, 11 months ago

Australia fires latest: Rain and hail pelt fire-ravaged states, bringing new risks – and potential relief

CNN  

Melbourne CNN — Severe thunderstorms are pelting some regions of Australia suffering from historic wildfires with powerful rain, bringing much-needed relief to firefighters battling the worst blazes the country has seen in decades. Lightning from the storms has sparked a number of new grass fires in New South Wales and Victoria, though it’s hoped the damp conditions will help stop …

Get out NOW: Hundreds of residents are ordered to leave East Gippsland towns
4 years, 11 months ago

Get out NOW: Hundreds of residents are ordered to leave East Gippsland towns

Daily Mail  

Two bushfires in Victoria that were contained after wreaking havoc over Christmas and New Year's have flared up again. The fires in East Gippsland are again threatening lives and homes with residents urged to leave town or stay on alert. Two bushfires in Victoria that were contained after wreaking havoc over Christmas and New Year's have flared up again Early …

Australia bushfires: At least 24 people killed, over six mn hectares of land lost; Victoria extends 'state of disaster' as threat intensifies
5 years ago

Australia bushfires: At least 24 people killed, over six mn hectares of land lost; Victoria extends 'state of disaster' as threat intensifies

Firstpost  

In South Australia’s Kangaroo Island, the bushfire threat on Thursday was escalated with ‘a watch and act warning’ issued for a fire near Parndana which according to the Country Fire Service was uncontrolled and was burning in a southeasterly direction threatening the safety of people in the area. Melbourne: Australia’s raging bushfire crisis, one of the worst in its history, …

Australians urged to evacuate as monster bushfires regenerate
5 years ago

Australians urged to evacuate as monster bushfires regenerate

Al Jazeera  

Hot temperatures and high winds expected to fan flames of blazes that have devastated parts of country since September. The Rural Fire Service in New South Wales state told fire-weary community meetings in coastal communities south of Sydney that northwesterly winds were likely to drive blazes towards the coast once again. “Don’t get complacent from the rain we have had …

Australians on southeast coast urged to flee as fire risk escalates
5 years ago

Australians on southeast coast urged to flee as fire risk escalates

LA Times  

A firefighter tackles a wildfire south of Nowra, Australia, earlier this week. The Rural Fire Service in New South Wales state has told fire-weary residents in the coastal towns of Nowra, Narooma and Batemans Bay south of Sydney that winds were likely to once again drive blazes toward the coast. “We can’t guarantee your safety and we don’t want to …

‘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 …

NSW and Victoria bushfire conditions worsen with fears blazes could be unstoppable
5 years ago

NSW and Victoria bushfire conditions worsen with fears blazes could be unstoppable

ABC  

Bushfire activity across south-eastern Australia has picked up as the region is swept by hot, gusty winds that authorities fear could render blazes unstoppable. Key points: Temperatures have reached into the mid-40s in parts of NSW and Victoria as strong winds fan bushfire activity Authorities fear existing bushfires will spread and join and dry lightning could start new ones The …

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 …

Australia wildfires: Navy evacuates hundreds trapped on beaches as increasing temperatures threaten further destruction
5 years ago

Australia wildfires: Navy evacuates hundreds trapped on beaches as increasing temperatures threaten further destruction

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mark Jones, chief officer of the South Australian Country …

‘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 …

\'Millions of sparks\': Panic in Australia as 200 wildfires ravage country
5 years ago

\'Millions of sparks\': Panic in Australia as 200 wildfires ravage country

Deccan Chronicle  

Sydney: Navy ships plucked hundreds of people from beaches and tens of thousands were urged to flee Friday before hot weather and strong winds in the forecast worsen Australia's already-devastating wildfires. South Australia state's Country Fire Service chief officer Mark Jones said the weather conditions were cause for concern because some fires were still burning or smoldering. “There are millions …

Australian PM called ‘idiot\' in fire-hit town
5 years ago

Australian PM called ‘idiot\' in fire-hit town

Deccan Chronicle  

Perth: Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison was confronted by angry residents who cursed and insulted him Thursday as he visited a wildfire-ravaged corner of the country. Locals in Cobargo, in New South Wales, yelled at him, made obscene gestures and called him an "idiot" and worse, criticizing him for the lack of equipment to deal with the fires in town. …

NSW, Victoria facing 'unprecedented' bushfire conditions on Saturday as cool weather makes way for extreme heat
5 years ago

NSW, Victoria facing 'unprecedented' bushfire conditions on Saturday as cool weather makes way for extreme heat

ABC  

Firefighters and communities left devastated by bushfires this week will be given a reprieve by cooler weather today, ahead of "unprecedented" conditions on Saturday. Key points: New South Wales is facing a "very dangerous day" for bushfires on Saturday Victorians have been warned conditions on Saturday are likely to be worse than on New Year's Eve A total fire ban …

Australia's bushfire crisis is so big that it's useless trying to predict how blazes will behave, incident controller says
5 years ago

Australia's bushfire crisis is so big that it's useless trying to predict how blazes will behave, incident controller says

ABC  

Scientific modelling used to predict how bushfires will behave is "not coping" with the current fire situation in south-eastern Australia because the fires are so big, an incident controller says. Key points: As fires build they create their own weather, so data from the weather bureau becomes less relevant "Significant movement" of all fires in Gippsland is expected from Friday …

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