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Body Found Near Fire-Ravaged Vehicle
12 Jan
Summary
- A body was discovered 100m from a vehicle stopped near a fallen tree.
- Over 15,000 livestock have been killed by the ongoing bushfires.
- Hundreds of support payments are being made to those affected by the fires.
A grim discovery was made in fire-ravaged central Victoria, where a body was found approximately 100 meters from a vehicle stopped near a fallen tree on a scorched road. This finding occurred as emergency services gained access to remote areas devastated by the Longwood bushfires.
The ongoing bushfire crisis has inflicted immense damage, with over 15,000 livestock confirmed dead and more than 1,156 farming properties affected. The state government has initiated hundreds of support payments, including crucial aid for fodder and livestock, acknowledging the significant impact on the agricultural community.
Authorities continue to issue emergency warnings across Victoria as numerous fires burn, with concerns that the major blazes will persist for several weeks. Residents are urged to heed evacuation orders, with the fires described as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by extreme weather conditions.
