Thousands flee fires in Australia, navy helps evacuate those stranded
"It is hell on earth. It is the worst anybody`s ever seen," Michelle Roberts said by telephone from the Croajingolong Cafe she owns in Mallacoota, a southeastern coastal town where 4,000 residents and visitors have been stranded on the beach since Monday night.
Jan 02, 2020, 19:58 PM IST
Thousands of Australians flee to beaches to escape bushfires
Government officials called for Australian military support and assistance from US and Canadian fire crews as authorities confirmed two people had died overnight, taking to 11 the total deaths in wildfires since the beginning of October.
Dec 31, 2019, 12:50 PM IST
Australia orders evacuations as firefighters struggle to contain bushfires
Authorities issued a "leave immediately" warning, the highest level, for several areas including Noosa, a popular beachside holiday destination 150 km (93.2 miles) north of Brisbane, the state capital of Queensland. "Conditions are now very dangerous and firefighters may soon be unable to prevent the fire advancing," Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) said in the emergency warning. "The fire may pose a threat to all lives directly in its path."
Nov 13, 2019, 10:12 AM IST
