Australia news live: authorities warn Otways bushfire could ‘run again’ as temperatures in Victoria’s north set to soar

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Communities in Gellibrand, Barongarook, Barongarook West, Carlisle River, Charleys Creek, Kawarren, Lovat and Wimba have been told to watch and act conditions, after an emergency level warning was downgraded on Wednesday afternoon.

Residents have been urged it’s not safe to return, with trees and debris blocking roads and creating hazards.

It has been a tough few weeks for community members and we’re really working to make roads safe from hazardous trees to get them back in.

There is still a chance that this fire could run again within the next two or three weeks because of the nature of the season.

It’s so dry, you know. If we get some really good rainfall, that will be incredibly helpful, and that will build our confidence.

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Source: www.theguardian.com

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