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NSW Blazes Rage: 70 Fires, Catastrophic Conditions
7 Dec
Summary
- Nearly 70 fires are actively burning across New South Wales.
- 1,500 firefighters are deployed to combat the escalating blazes.
- Catastrophic conditions fuel 20 out-of-control fires.
New South Wales is currently grappling with nearly 70 active fires, a significant challenge for the 1,500 firefighters battling the blazes across the state. The situation is critical, with 20 of these fires classified as out-of-control.
Catastrophic weather conditions, including high winds, extreme heat, and thunderstorms, have exacerbated the crisis. These elements are contributing to hundreds of hectares burning rapidly. The recent temperatures have reached levels not recorded since 2020.
This period marks a concerning return to extreme fire conditions reminiscent of the devastating bushfires that impacted Australia previously. The Bureau of Meteorology has registered some of the highest temperatures recorded in recent years, intensifying concerns for the region.
