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Victoria on Edge: Beaufort Faces Emergency Bushfire Threat

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Emergency warnings issued and residents urged to evacuate as fires near Beaufort escalate in Victoria. Stay updated on the live fire updates!

Victoria is in a state of emergency as bushfires ravage the region, with Beaufort at the center of the crisis. Melbourne braces for scorching temperatures of 38 degrees as strong winds fuel extreme fire danger ratings in Victoria's west. Emergency crews are battling the blaze near Beaufort, prompting urgent evacuation warnings to residents. The township of Beaufort finds itself engulfed in flames, once contained but now a part of the growing bushfire zone.

As the fire rages on, communities in Victoria and Tasmania are on high alert, with multiple regions facing evacuation orders due to the escalating bushfires. The dangerous firefront, situated between Ballarat and Ararat, poses a significant threat to the surrounding areas in the Pyrenees Ranges. Emergency crews are on high alert, working tirelessly to contain the relentless blaze.

Amidst the chaos, Beaufort residents are urged to leave immediately as the Country Fire Authority (CFA) issues a stern warning. The situation remains precarious as the fire spreads rapidly, intensifying the need for swift and decisive action. As temperatures soar and fire warnings persist, the safety of residents in Victoria's west hangs in the balance.

In a joint effort, emergency services in Victoria and Tasmania are closely monitoring the evolving situation, with a focus on protecting lives and properties. The collaboration between states highlights the solidarity in facing natural disasters, reinforcing the importance of preparedness and swift response in times of crisis.

One crucial lesson from these unfolding events is the need for vigilance and community readiness in the face of escalating bushfire threats. Beaufort's rapid shift from a contained area to a fire-stricken zone underscores the unpredictable nature of wildfires. As Australia battles these fires, the resilience and cooperation of communities are vital in mitigating the impact of such disasters, emphasizing the importance of proactive fire safety measures.

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Victoria fires live updates: Emergency warning near Beaufort as ... (WAtoday)

Melbourne is expecting a top temperature of 38 degrees on Thursday as windy conditions cause extreme fire danger ratings to be issued in Victoria's west.

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Victoria fires live updates: Emergency warning near Beaufort as ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Melbourne is expecting a top temperature of 38 degrees on Thursday as windy conditions cause extreme fire danger ratings to be issued in Victoria's west.

Emergency crews responding to bushfire in Victoria, Australia, as of ... (Crisis24)

Emergency crews responding to bushfire in Victoria, Australia, as of late Feb. 22. Emergency warning issued advising residents to evacuate.

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Beaufort residents should leave now - says CFA - 3BA (3BA)

A bushfire zone that was once contained to the Mt Cole area this afternoon now includes the township of Beaufort. Beaufort, which lies to the north-west of ...

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Live: Fire warnings in Victoria and Tasmania as temperatures soar (ABC News)

There are warnings for several regional communities in Victoria and Tasmania as bushfires begin to impact both states.

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Communities in Victoria's west told to evacuate as out-of-control fire ... (9News)

๏ปฟThe dangerous fire is currently burning between Ballarat and Ararat on the Bayindeen-Rocky Road at Bayindeen, in the Pyrenees Ranges. READ MORE: ...

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Fires impact regional communities in Victoria and Tasmania as ... (ABC News)

"That fire is certainly building up a bit of steam based on the very hot weather and the strong winds that we're experiencing at the moment," he said. Mr ...

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Victorian towns under threat as fire burns in state's west, Tasmania ... (ABC News)

A fire in Victoria's west has threatened dozens of communities. abc.net.au/news/victoria-west-bushfire-tasmania-central-highlands-weather ...

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Local firies join Beaufort battle - bay 93.9 (Bay 93.9)

Fire crews from Geelong and Wyndham have joined the battle to contain a 10,000 hectare bushfire raging between Ballarat and Beaufort in Victoria's west.

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Beaufort man jailed on $25K bond for shooting at moving car near ... (Hilton Head Island Packet)

Beaufort County South Carolina resident accused of attempted murder for firing gun at moving car in Waddell Garden neighborhood off Highway 21.

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Live: Properties lost in Victoria's bushfire, emergency warnings for ... (ABC News)

Emergency crews are continuing to battle a large bushfire west of Ballarat in Victoria, with authorities urging nearby residents to leave immediately.

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Victoria fires live updates: Emergency warning near Beaufort as ... (Brisbane Times)

Melbourne is expecting a top temperature of 38 degrees on Thursday as windy conditions cause extreme fire danger ratings to be issued in Victoria's west.

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Victoria Fires Live Updates: Anxious night for Beaufort residents ... (WAtoday)

Fire crews fought the out of control blaze in western Victoria late into the night as hundreds of people were evacuated out of harm's way.

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Victoria fires live updates: Property, livestock lost as winds push ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Premier Jacinta Allan is providing an update on the bushfires in Victoria's west. Joining her is Emergency Services Minister Jaclyn Symes, ...

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Victoria fires live updates: Property, livestock lost as winds push ... (The Age)

Premier Jacinta Allan provided an update on the bushfires in Victoria's west this morning. She was joined by Emergency Services Minister Jaclyn Symes, ...

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Victoria Fires Live Updates: Anxious night for Beaufort residents ... (Brisbane Times)

Issued Friday at 6.19am: Leave Now: this is being issued for Amphitheatre, Lexton. There is a bushfire located between Mount Cole and Raglan that is not yet ...

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Hundreds battle Beaufort bushfire in Victoria's west (The Saturday Paper)

As of early Friday there are more than 30 evacuation warnings in place with about 350 firefighters battling the blaze overnight;; Victorian Premier Jacinta ...

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Victoria fires live updates: Bushfire threatens homes and lives near ... (The Age)

An out-of-control bushfire forced hundreds to flee in Victoria's west amid hot and windy conditions. As plumes of smoke drifted across the state, ...

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