People’s lives are at risk as bushfires rage in WA in hot, windy weather.
Firefighters are still battling out-of-control bushfires rage in WA today, as temperatures rise past 38 degrees Celsius, wreaking devastation across the state. WA Premier Mark McGowan spoke to the media today, calling the fires “unforgiving.” He stated that the two big flames that were raging had been subdued, but that one remained uncontrollable. “I’d want to recognise the firemen and other personnel who are sacrificing precious time with their families to combat the bushfires rage in WA disaster,” Mr McGowan said. “The circumstances have been harsh, with high gusts and searing temperatures.” People have put their lives in danger to save the properties and animals of complete strangers.” The Margaret River fire, according to the premier, is now “contained but not controlled” and is travelling south-westerly. Around 100 hectares of land had burned in the area, with more than 100 firemen on the ground battling the flames. Mr McGowan noted that the cause of the fire near Margaret R...