Emergency warning as West River bushfire threatens lives, homes
An emergency warning is in place for West River in WA's Ravensthorpe Shire as a dangerous bushfire burns out of control. Residents told to leave immediately. Latest updates.
An emergency warning is in place for West River in WA's Ravensthorpe Shire as a dangerous bushfire burns out of control. Residents told to leave immediately. Latest updates.
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