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Widespread fire concern for majority of state (NSW) after years of heavy rain (www.smh.com.au)
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cross-posted from: https://aussie.zone/post/607954

  • The NSW Rural Fire Service is concerned about the increased risk of bushfires in New South Wales (NSW) following years of heavy rain.
  • Areas affected by previous bushfires remain at risk despite efforts to mitigate the danger.
  • Climate change has contributed to the increase in bushfire risk in NSW, despite heavy rain.
  • Certain areas in the west of NSW are at a higher risk of fire due to climate change.
  • The Rural Fire Service is facing challenges in conducting controlled burns due to frequent rain and wind.
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[โ€“] quinkin 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

With how warm the winter has been it does not bode well for the summer.

[โ€“] Bluetreefrog 1 points 1 year ago

The outlook is very concerning, both in terms of rainfall as well as temperatures.