Victoria Battles Uncontrolled Bushfires Amid Severe Weather Conditions

Residents in western Victoria are urged to evacuate as bushfires destroy property and threaten communities near the Great Ocean Road.

Two major bushfires in Victoria remain out of control, prompting evacuation orders for residents in Kadnook and along the Great Ocean Road.
At least one home has been destroyed in Kadnook, with additional property and livestock losses reported.
Firefighters are working tirelessly to contain the blazes, which have burned through over 1,950 hectares combined across Chapple Vale and Kadnook.
Authorities warn of challenging conditions due to forecasted high temperatures and winds, despite a recent cool change providing temporary relief.
Severe weather, including storms and potential flash flooding, complicates firefighting efforts and has left hundreds without power in the state's northeast.