Jamu Barokahs

Senin, 20 Januari 2020

Australia fires: Storms wreak damage but bushfires 'far from over' - BBC News

Storms have brought heavy rain to fire-hit regions of eastern Australia - but authorities warn the nation's bushfire crisis is still "far from over".

More than 80 blazes were still burning across New South Wales (NSW) and Victoria on Monday, despite downpours.

Melbourne and Canberra have been hit by heavy storms, with hail as big as golf balls falling in some areas.

Hundreds of emergency calls were made as hail smashed office windows and car windshields in the nation's capital.

Further severe storms were also forecast for Sydney and Brisbane late on Monday.

Victoria, NSW and Queensland experienced heavy rainfall and floods in recent days, bringing relief to some blaze zones.

But strong winds have also generated dust clouds, temporarily blacking out the sky in NSW towns such as Orange and Dubbo.

Dozens of communities across Australia's south-east are still reeling from fires which have been described as the most destructive on record.

Since September, blazes have killed at least 30 people, destroyed over 2,000 homes and burnt through 10 million hectares of land - an area almost the size of England.

The crisis has been exacerbated by record temperatures, a severe drought and climate change.

'Need to remain vigilant'

On Monday, Victoria's Premier Daniel Andrews said recent rain had proved "very helpful" to bushfire-affected communities.

But he added that storms had also hindered some fire- fighting efforts, and caused a landslide on a highway.

"Ultimately, we need to remain vigilant. It's 20 January - the fire season is far from over," Mr Andrews told reporters.

Mr Andrews said there was still a "massive fire edge" of more than 1.5 million hectares from blazes which had flared up in the state's east on New Year's Eve.

Air quality in the state capital, Melbourne, soared beyond hazardous levels last week due to smoke from nearby bushfires.

How long will the fire threat last?

In worst-hit NSW, the number of blazes has more than halved since the first week of January - when 150 fires were burning. There were 69 active fires in the state on Sunday.

But officials told the BBC there were still "many months to go" in the fire season, particularly in Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the southern parts of NSW and Western Australia.

"We haven't yet reached the peak fire season in parts of southern Australia. History shows us that February is extremely dangerous," said Dr Richard Thornton from the Bushfire and Natural Hazards Co-operative Research Centre.

"While the rain is important, it doesn't mean we're out of the woods," he said. "Our underlying conditions have been so dry that it won't take much to dry out the bush when the high temperatures and winds return."

Historically, the worst fires have erupted in late January and February but authorities have warned that severe blazes could continue into April.

Officials in NSW have warned of a return to hot and windy conditions later this week.

Are you in Australia and have witnessed the heavy storms and hail? Tell us about it by emailing haveyoursay@bbc.co.uk.

You can also contact us in the following ways:

Let's block ads! (Why?)

https://news.google.com/__i/rss/rd/articles/CBMiMWh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmJiYy5jb20vbmV3cy93b3JsZC1hdXN0cmFsaWEtNTExNzA5OTTSATVodHRwczovL3d3dy5iYmMuY29tL25ld3MvYW1wL3dvcmxkLWF1c3RyYWxpYS01MTE3MDk5NA?oc=5

2020-01-20 07:43:59Z
52780560727004

Australia fires: Storms wreak damage but bushfires 'far from over' - BBC News

Storms have brought heavy rain to fire-hit regions of eastern Australia - but authorities warn the nation's bushfire crisis is still "far from over".

More than 80 blazes were still burning across New South Wales (NSW) and Victoria on Monday, despite downpours.

Melbourne and Canberra have been hit by heavy storms, with hail as big as golf balls falling in some areas.

Hundreds of emergency calls were made as hail smashed office windows and car windshields in the nation's capital.

Further severe storms were also forecast for Sydney and Brisbane late on Monday.

Victoria, NSW and Queensland experienced heavy rainfall and floods in recent days, bringing relief to some blaze zones.

But strong winds have also generated dust clouds, temporarily blacking out the sky in NSW towns such as Orange and Dubbo.

Dozens of communities across Australia's south-east are still reeling from fires which have been described as the most destructive on record.

Since September, blazes have killed at least 30 people, destroyed over 2,000 homes and burnt through 10 million hectares of land - an area almost the size of England.

The crisis has been exacerbated by record temperatures, a severe drought and climate change.

'Need to remain vigilant'

On Monday, Victoria's Premier Daniel Andrews said recent rain had proved "very helpful" to bushfire-affected communities.

But he added that storms had also hindered some fire- fighting efforts, and caused a landslide on a highway.

"Ultimately, we need to remain vigilant. It's 20 January - the fire season is far from over," Mr Andrews told reporters.

Mr Andrews said there was still a "massive fire edge" of more than 1.5 million hectares from blazes which had flared up in the state's east on New Year's Eve.

Air quality in the state capital, Melbourne, soared beyond hazardous levels last week due to smoke from nearby bushfires.

How long will the fire threat last?

In worst-hit NSW, the number of blazes has more than halved since the first week of January - when 150 fires were burning. There were 69 active fires in the state on Sunday.

But officials told the BBC there were still "many months to go" in the fire season, particularly in Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the southern parts of NSW and Western Australia.

Historically, the worst fires have erupted in late January and February but authorities have warned that severe blazes could continue into April.

Officials in NSW have warned of a return to hot and windy conditions later this week.

Are you in Australia and have witnessed the heavy storms and hail? Tell us about it by emailing haveyoursay@bbc.co.uk.

You can also contact us in the following ways:

Let's block ads! (Why?)

Australia fires: Storms wreak damage but bushfires 'far from over' - BBC News

Storms have brought heavy rain to fire-hit regions of eastern Australia - but authorities warn the nation's bushfire crisis is still "far from over".

More than 80 blazes were still burning across New South Wales (NSW) and Victoria on Monday, despite downpours.

Melbourne and Canberra have been hit by heavy storms, with hail as big as golf balls falling in some areas.

Hundreds of emergency calls were made as hail smashed office windows and car windshields in the nation's capital.

Further severe storms were also forecast for Sydney and Brisbane late on Monday.

Victoria, NSW and Queensland experienced heavy rainfall and floods in recent days, bringing relief to some blaze zones.

But strong winds have also generated dust clouds, temporarily blacking out the sky in NSW towns such as Orange and Dubbo.

Dozens of communities across Australia's south-east are still reeling from fires which have been described as the most destructive on record.

Since September, blazes have killed at least 30 people, destroyed over 2,000 homes and burnt through 10 million hectares of land - an area almost the size of England.

The crisis has been exacerbated by record temperatures, a severe drought and climate change.

'Need to remain vigilant'

On Monday, Victoria's Premier Daniel Andrews said recent rain had proved "very helpful" to bushfire-affected communities.

But he added that storms had also hindered some fire- fighting efforts, and caused a landslide on a highway.

"Ultimately, we need to remain vigilant. It's 20 January - the fire season is far from over," Mr Andrews told reporters.

Mr Andrews said there was still a "massive fire edge" of more than 1.5 million hectares from blazes which had flared up in the state's east on New Year's Eve.

Air quality in the state capital, Melbourne, soared beyond hazardous levels last week due to smoke from nearby bushfires.

How long will the fire threat last?

In worst-hit NSW, the number of blazes has more than halved since the first week of January - when 150 fires were burning. There were 69 active fires in the state on Sunday.

But officials told the BBC there were still "many months to go" in the fire season, particularly in Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the southern parts of NSW and Western Australia.

Historically, the worst fires have erupted in late January and February but authorities have warned that severe blazes could continue into April.

Officials in NSW have warned of a return to hot and windy conditions later this week.

Are you in Australia and have witnessed the heavy storms and hail? Tell us about it by emailing haveyoursay@bbc.co.uk.

You can also contact us in the following ways:

Let's block ads! (Why?)

Australia fires: Storms wreak damage but bushfires 'far from over' - BBC News

Storms have brought heavy rain to fire-hit regions of eastern Australia - but authorities warn the nation's bushfire crisis is still "far from over".

More than 80 blazes were still burning across New South Wales (NSW) and Victoria on Monday, despite downpours.

Melbourne and Canberra have been hit by heavy storms, with hail as big as golf balls falling in some areas.

Hundreds of emergency calls were made as hail smashed office windows and car windshields in the nation's capital.

Further severe storms were also forecast for Sydney and Brisbane late on Monday.

Victoria, NSW and Queensland experienced heavy rainfall and floods in recent days, bringing relief to some blaze zones.

But strong winds have also generated dust clouds, temporarily blacking out the sky in NSW towns such as Orange and Dubbo.

Dozens of communities across Australia's south-east are still reeling from fires which have been described as the most destructive on record.

Since September, blazes have killed at least 30 people, destroyed over 2,000 homes and burnt through 10 million hectares of land - an area almost the size of England.

The crisis has been exacerbated by record temperatures, a severe drought and climate change.

'Need to remain vigilant'

On Monday, Victoria's Premier Daniel Andrews said recent rain had proved "very helpful" to bushfire-affected communities.

But he added that storms had also hindered some fire- fighting efforts, and caused a landslide on a highway.

"Ultimately, we need to remain vigilant. It's 20 January - the fire season is far from over," Mr Andrews told reporters.

Mr Andrews said there was still a "massive fire edge" of more than 1.5 million hectares from blazes which had flared up in the state's east on New Year's Eve.

Air quality in the state capital, Melbourne, soared beyond hazardous levels last week due to smoke from nearby bushfires.

How long will the fire threat last?

In worst-hit NSW, the number of blazes has more than halved since the first week of January - when 150 fires were burning. There were 69 active fires in the state on Sunday.

But officials told the BBC there were still "many months to go" in the fire season, particularly in Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the southern parts of NSW and Western Australia.

Historically, the worst fires have erupted in late January and February but authorities have warned that severe blazes could continue into April.

Officials in NSW have warned of a return to hot and windy conditions later this week.

Are you in Australia and have witnessed the heavy storms and hail? Tell us about it by emailing haveyoursay@bbc.co.uk.

You can also contact us in the following ways:

Let's block ads! (Why?)

Australia fires: Storms wreak damage but bushfires 'far from over' - BBC News

Storms have brought heavy rain to fire-hit regions of eastern Australia - but authorities warn the nation's bushfire crisis is still "far from over".

More than 80 blazes were still burning across New South Wales (NSW) and Victoria on Monday, despite downpours.

Melbourne and Canberra have been hit by heavy storms, with hail as big as golf balls falling in some areas.

Hundreds of emergency calls were made as hail smashed office windows and car windshields in the nation's capital.

Further severe storms were also forecast for Sydney and Brisbane late on Monday.

Victoria, NSW and Queensland experienced heavy rainfall and floods in recent days, bringing relief to some blaze zones.

But strong winds have also generated dust clouds, temporarily blacking out the sky in NSW towns such as Orange and Dubbo.

Dozens of communities across Australia's south-east are still reeling from fires which have been described as the most destructive on record.

Since September, blazes have killed at least 30 people, destroyed over 2,000 homes and burnt through 10 million hectares of land - an area almost the size of England.

The crisis has been exacerbated by record temperatures, a severe drought and climate change.

'Need to remain vigilant'

On Monday, Victoria's Premier Daniel Andrews said recent rain had proved "very helpful" to bushfire-affected communities.

But he added that storms had also hindered some fire- fighting efforts, and caused a landslide on a highway.

"Ultimately, we need to remain vigilant. It's 20 January - the fire season is far from over," Mr Andrews told reporters.

Mr Andrews said there was still a "massive fire edge" of more than 1.5 million hectares from blazes which had flared up in the state's east on New Year's Eve.

Air quality in the state capital, Melbourne, soared beyond hazardous levels last week due to smoke from nearby bushfires.

How long will the fire threat last?

In worst-hit NSW, the number of blazes has more than halved since the first week of January - when 150 fires were burning. There were 69 active fires in the state on Sunday.

But officials told the BBC there were still "many months to go" in the fire season, particularly in Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the southern parts of NSW and Western Australia.

Historically, the worst fires have erupted in late January and February but authorities have warned that severe blazes could continue into April.

Officials in NSW have warned of a return to hot and windy conditions later this week.

Let's block ads! (Why?)

Sabtu, 18 Januari 2020

Australia fires: Heavy rains hit some blaze-hit regions - BBC News

Heavy rains and thunderstorms have lashed parts of Australia's east coast, dousing some of its fires but bringing a new threat of flooding to some areas.

There have been downpours in the states of Victoria, New South Wales (NSW) and Queensland, which have all been badly hit by the bushfire crisis.

Major roads were closed in Queensland and power cuts were reported in parts of NSW as a result of the weather.

But fire officials said the rain was helping to tackle some of the blazes.

Fires have been raging in Australia since September, killing at least 28 people, destroying thousands of homes and scorching millions of acres of land.

What's the latest?

NSW reported severe rainfall and storms in several areas, and warned of potential flooding.

Firefighters in the state said they were making the most of the "benign conditions" of rain and cooler temperatures to try to tackle the remaining bushfires. Some 75 fires were still burning in the state on Saturday, down from well over 100 a few days ago.

"Rain continues to fall across a number of firegrounds, however the Far South Coast and along the border are still yet to receive any moisture," the Rural Fire Service said on Twitter.

It also urged people to "take this time to discuss your bush fire survival plan".

The state of Queensland has had some of the heaviest rainfall Australia has seen in months. Some major roads were closed and residential areas flooded, but no deaths or injuries were reported.

"Heavy, intense rainfall has eased, but showers and thunderstorms still possible through the weekend. Take care on the roads - if it's flooded, forget it," the Bureau of Meteorology in Queensland wrote on Twitter on Saturday.

Forecasters in Victoria said thunderstorms were possible across much of the central and eastern state on Saturday. "Thunderstorms could become severe due to heavy falls across the northeast of the State. Damaging winds and large hail are a slight risk," the state's Bureau of Meteorology said.

Major bushfires continued to rage on Saturday in regions in the south and south-east of the country - including on Kangaroo Island - which have so far missed out on the rain.

Let's block ads! (Why?)

https://news.google.com/__i/rss/rd/articles/CBMiMWh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmJiYy5jb20vbmV3cy93b3JsZC1hdXN0cmFsaWEtNTExNTgyNjPSATVodHRwczovL3d3dy5iYmMuY29tL25ld3MvYW1wL3dvcmxkLWF1c3RyYWxpYS01MTE1ODI2Mw?oc=5

2020-01-18 10:40:00Z
52780554979819

Australia fires: Heavy rains hit some blaze-hit regions - BBC News

Heavy rains and thunderstorms have lashed parts of Australia's east coast, dousing some of its fires but bringing a new threat of flooding to some areas.

There have been downpours in the states of Victoria, New South Wales (NSW) and Queensland, which have all been badly hit by the bushfire crisis.

Major roads were closed in Queensland and power cuts were reported in parts of NSW as a result of the weather.

But fire officials said the rain was helping to tackle some of the blazes.

Fires have been raging in Australia since September, killing at least 28 people, destroying thousands of homes and scorching millions of acres of land.

What's the latest?

NSW reported severe rainfall and storms in several areas, and warned of potential flooding.

"Rain continues to fall across a number of firegrounds, however the Far South Coast and along the border are still yet to receive any moisture," the Rural Fire Service said on Twitter.

It also urged people to "take this time to discuss your bush fire survival plan".

The state of Queensland has had some of the heaviest rainfall Australia has seen in months. Some major roads were closed and residential areas flooded, but no deaths or injuries were reported.

Major bushfires continued to rage on Saturday in regions in the south and south-east of the country - including on Kangaroo Island - which have so far missed out on the rain.

Let's block ads! (Why?)