According to the reports on Friday (27 December), Australian firefighters in Victoria were working to control a massive bushfire that had consumed 74,000 hectares of land in Grampians National Park, located 240km west of Melbourne. The fire, which has now burned an area roughly the size of Singapore, is part of a series of blazes that have impacted the eastern state over the past week. These fires have prompted evacuations in several rural communities across the region.
Fire conditions have been extreme, but authorities reported some easing of the situation. Despite this, the Grampians fire still remains a significant challenge for firefighting teams, with a perimeter of over 360km. Firefighters have been working tirelessly to ensure the blaze is under control, requiring extensive efforts to patrol or survey the entire perimeter.
The scale of the fire is staggering, covering an area equivalent to 100,000 football fields. Luke Hegarty, a spokesman for the State Control Centre, emphasized the difficulty of managing such a large fire and the time required to ensure it is fully contained. The fire’s immense size makes it challenging to assess and control completely.
Fortunately, there have been no reported deaths or damage to homes so far, providing some relief amidst the ongoing battle. However, the authorities are continuing their efforts, acknowledging that it will take time to bring the situation under control as they work to prevent further damage and protect local communities.
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