Key events
Total fire bans in parts of Victoria, South Australia and New South Wales
The fire danger ratings in parts of South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales have reached “high” or “extreme” levels today.
An extreme rating means anyone living in those areas is advised to make sure their bushfire survival plan is ready and their properties are prepared, as any fires in those places could “spread quickly and be extremely dangerous.”
Here’s a summary of conditions.
Victoria