Cool Change Eases Grampians Bushfire Threat, But Challenges Persist
Firefighters continue to battle a massive blaze in Victoria's Grampians, with over 74,000 hectares burned and emergency warnings still in effect for several communities.
- A cool change has slowed the spread of the Grampians bushfire, lowering temperatures and increasing humidity, but the fire remains out of control with over 74,000 hectares burned.
- Emergency warnings remain in place for towns including Barton, Pomonal, and Moyston, with residents urged to either evacuate or shelter indoors immediately for safety.
- The fire has caused significant losses to livestock, sheds, fences, and communication infrastructure, though no residential homes have been confirmed as destroyed so far.
- Over 600 firefighters, supported by interstate reinforcements, are working to contain the fire, which authorities warn could continue to burn for weeks due to difficult terrain and dry conditions.
- Disaster relief funding and hardship grants have been made available by the Victorian and federal governments to support affected communities in the region.
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