Bushfires destroy homes in Australia

No deaths have been reported as a result of the fires. According to Western Australia Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti, 10 homes have been destroyed by the bushfires and about 130 people were in an evacuation centre overnight on November 22. Additionally, power poles have been damaged and 544 homes were without power on November 23.

Some firefighters suffered minor injuries, according to Darren Klemm, the state’s commissioner of fire and emergency services. He said 150 firefighters were battling the blaze and it could take several days to bring it under control.

The fire started on the afternoon of November 22 at a pine plantation on the northeastern edge of Perth, Western Australia.

"Perth is experiencing hot conditions. As a result, our firefighters and support staff are working in very challenging conditions," the WA Fire Service said. "The conditions and environment make control very difficult and complex."

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