Western Australia Faces Bushfires and Power Outages Amid Extreme Weather
Four homes have been destroyed, and nearly 40,000 properties lost power as heatwaves, strong winds, and lightning fuel bushfires and pole-top fires across the state.
- Four homes have been destroyed in bushfires, including three in Arthur River and one near Narrikup, with more properties at risk.
- The Arthur River fire has burned over 11,000 hectares, prompting emergency warnings and leaving residents unable to evacuate safely.
- Nearly 40,000 homes and businesses experienced power outages due to over 100 pole-top fires caused by a combination of heat, rain, and dust buildup.
- Emergency services are working to restore power and contain fires, with Western Power exploring drone technology for future grid maintenance.
- Heatwave conditions across WA are expected to ease slightly, but parts of the state remain under severe fire danger warnings.
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