Wildfires in the Australian state of Victoria have gotten out of control, leading to the announcement of evacuations for hundreds of residents of the western part of the state. This was reported by Reuters, according to UNN.
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Authorities have warned of extreme danger in an area that includes villages near Grampians National Park, about 241 km from Melbourne.
Among the evacuated settlements is Halls Gap, home to about 500 people. Local authorities urged residents to leave the dangerous areas as soon as possible, as conditions could deteriorate significantly.
Rescue services are working on the spot to limit the spread of the fire and minimize the risks to the lives of citizens.