Bushfire Sparks Heavy Traffic on Tonkin Highway
A bushfire near Tonkin Highway in Cullacabardee has caused significant traffic congestion, with authorities responding to the blaze and reopening the road after a brief closure.
Category : Bushfires
Separation Creek Flood Victims Fear Fire Trap
Residents of Separation Creek in Victoria are concerned about becoming trapped in a fire emergency due to the lack of bridge access following recent floods.
Bremer Bay Bushfire Emergency Warning Issued
An emergency bushfire warning has been issued for Bremer Bay in Western Australia, with residents ordered to evacuate immediately as the blaze threatens lives and homes in the popular holiday area.
WA Firefighter Exhausted After Victoria Bushfires Deployment
A volunteer firefighter from Western Australia has spoken out about the severe physical toll after being deployed to assist with the devastating bushfires in Victoria, highlighting the immense challenges faced by emergency responders.
Volunteer Firefighters Battle DFES Over Truck Replacement
Kalamunda volunteer firefighters are furious after being told their Type 1 fire truck will be replaced with a Type 2 model, which they claim is inferior equipment for their high-risk area.
Collie Bushfire Emergency: Evacuate Now as Blaze Threatens
An emergency bushfire warning has been issued for Collie in Western Australia, with residents told to leave immediately as temperatures exceed 37°C and the fire threatens lives and homes.
Firefighters battle blaze at abandoned Kelso house
Fire crews rushed to an abandoned house in Kelso after it was engulfed in flames on Tuesday evening. No injuries reported. Read the latest on the incident.
House fire causes severe roof damage in Moorabool
A fierce house fire in Moorabool, west of Melbourne, caused significant damage, with the roof severely impacted. Firefighters worked for over an hour to control the blaze. Read the full story.
Fletcher house fire caused by lighter misadventure
A Fletcher home has been completely destroyed after a fire believed to be caused by 'misadventure involving a lighter'. Occupants escaped safely. Fire and Rescue NSW issues urgent safety reminder.
Major Anakie farm fire to burn for days, crews battle
A large grass and scrub fire at an Anakie farm is expected to burn for days as dozens of CFA crews work to contain it. No homes are currently under threat. Stay informed on the latest.
WA Deploys 30 More Personnel to Victoria Bushfires
Western Australia dispatches an additional 30 emergency services personnel to assist with the escalating bushfire crisis in Victoria. The deployment brings the total number of WA firefighters on the ground to over 50. Read about the interstate effort.
Victoria bushfires devastate 410,000 hectares, 259 homes
Catastrophic bushfires have ravaged Victoria, destroying 259 homes and claiming livestock. Aerial images reveal the scale of devastation as communities face a long recovery. Download the 7NEWS app.
Vehicle fire sparks critical incident in Kelmscott
A car fire on Railway Avenue in Kelmscott escalated into a critical incident, prompting a major police response and road closures. Details on the emergency.
Two men survive shed fire at Gold Diggers Arms Hotel
Two men narrowly escaped a dangerous shed fire at the historic Gold Diggers Arms Hotel in Geelong. Fire investigators are now working to determine the cause of the blaze.
Suspicious fire destroys Lochinvar home, man arrested
A 22-year-old man is under police guard in hospital after a suspicious fire destroyed a home in Lochinvar early Wednesday morning. A police officer was also treated for smoke inhalation.
ACT fire warning persists as thunderstorms predicted
Canberra residents urged to stay vigilant after recent heatwave and fires. Thunderstorms forecast, with emergency crews deployed to Victoria. Stay prepared.
Premier Flees Angry Bushfire Locals, Defends CFA Funding
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan left via a back door to avoid frustrated residents in fire-hit towns. As the state assesses the devastation, she faces pressure over CFA funding and vehicle safety. Read the full story.
MP Slams Bureaucratic Nonsense Over Flood Funding
Federal MP Phillip Thompson demands an end to annual funding delays for Townsville's Midwest flood mitigation, calling for a permanent solution. Read his urgent plea.
Geelong Fire Risk: 1000+ Ordered to Clear Land
More than 1000 Geelong property owners have been issued fire prevention notices. They must clear vegetation or face significant fines. Read the full story and learn how to comply.
Suspicious fire deliberately lit in fire-ravaged Victoria
A suspicious grassfire in Bendigo's Golden Square is believed to be deliberately lit. As the state's bushfire crisis continues, authorities announce a $15 million recovery package.
Hester Avenue closed due to nearby bushfire in Neerabup
A bushfire burning near Hester Avenue in Perth's north has forced a road closure between Mitchell Freeway and Wanneroo Road. Motorists are urged to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
New Strategy for South Coast Bushfire Threat
Far South Coast RFS details a collaborative, strategic approach to the Brassknocker Trail fire, emphasising lessons learned from Black Summer and involving Indigenous knowledge.
Complacency Fuels Victorian Bushfire Devastation
As bushfires devastate Victoria, experts warn that familiarity with the season has bred dangerous complacency. Read the urgent analysis and see what must change.
How Australia must prepare for worsening natural disasters
As bushfires, floods, and cyclones ravage communities, expert Andrew Gissing outlines a critical roadmap for national disaster resilience. Learn the urgent steps needed to protect lives and property.
Bushfire fears return as heatwave hits Australia
A recent heatwave and bushfires in Victoria have triggered traumatic memories of the Black Summer. Experts warn the high-risk season is just beginning. Is Australia prepared?
Trailer sparks deadly Longwood bushfire in Victoria
A trailer is confirmed as the cause of the deadly Longwood bushfire in central Victoria. One farmer has died, and multiple towns are impacted as crews battle blazes. Know the latest.
Child dies in Melbourne house fire, adult injured
A three-year-old child has died in a devastating house fire in Melbourne's north. Emergency services responded to the Dorothy St, Fawkner blaze on Monday afternoon.
Farmer dies defending property in Victorian bushfires
Tragedy strikes as cattle farmer Maxwell Hobson is killed defending his Terip Terip property in the Longwood fire. Over 350 structures destroyed as 12 major fires burn. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
Croom grass fire contained, source under investigation
NSW RFS crews extinguish a hectare-sized grass fire at Croom Regional Sporting Complex. No buildings threatened. Meanwhile, a major bushfire burns out of control near the NSW-Victoria border.
Subiaco Fire Damages Two Buildings, Investigation Underway
An overnight fire in Subiaco has damaged two commercial premises on Hay Street. Emergency services responded quickly. Authorities are investigating the cause. Read the latest details.
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