A Forest Fire in an Australian Park Causes Severe Damage

Authorities in the state of Victoria, Australia, sought on Sunday to contain and assess the damage caused by a major fire that swept through the Grampians National Park last week.

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According to officials cited by Reuters, the fire, which covered an area of 74,000 hectares (182,858 acres), caused significant damage to the eastern section of the national park.
Warnings about potential risks remain in effect for several towns near the park.

The local ABC News network reported that Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to tour parts of the region today to assess the damage caused by the fire.

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Authorities are warning of an extremely dangerous bushfire season this summer in Australia, following several calm seasons.

The “Black Summer” fires of 2019-2020 destroyed an area the size of Turkey and claimed the lives of 33 people.

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