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Fire breaks out at RAAF base as firefighters battle four significant blazes in the Wanneroo and Chittering areasGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastA potentially dangerous fire has broken out at an RAAF base as soaring temperatures and windy conditions cause havoc for firefighters north of Perth.The blaze broke out on Saturday afternoon near the entrance to RAAF...

Authorities say blaze south of the city is under control after homes were lost around KeysbrookA blaze that destroyed two homes south of Perth has been brought under control, but firefighters are urging people to remain vigilant for bushfire threats.Seven emergency-level bushfires have engulfed homes and torn through bushland, rural properties and suburbs on Perth’s fringes in the past three days. Continue reading...

The weather bureau has issued an extreme fire danger warning for the Burrup district on SaturdayFirefighters on Saturday continued to battle multiple blazes across Western Australia as authorities warn of more “difficult” days ahead.Seven emergency-level blazes have destroyed homes and torn through bushland, rural properties and suburbs on Perth’s fringes in the past three days. Continue reading...