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G’day! Just a quick note from us to let you know we have archived this account. Here's how you can stay across ABC Emergency: For important emergency updates and information: abc.net.au/emergency Tune into your local radio station: abc.net.au/listen/radio#find…

ABC Emergency

Up to date information about bushfires, storms, flooding and other emergencies from around Australia, along with advice to protect you and your property.

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Hi all. Sharing some important clarifying info following yesterday's announcement. Important emergency information and updates will continue to be published on X via @abcnews where these posts will reach the largest audience. Please follow @abcnews for future updates.
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You can also find us at: Online: abc.net.au/emergency ABC Emergency on Facebook: facebook.com/ABCemergency/ The local social media channels in your town or city: help.abc.net.au/hc/en-us/art… And on your local radio station or ABC listen: abc.net.au/listen/listenapp
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ABC Emergency. 170,326 followers · 127 talking about this. ℹ️ Information about emergency coverage from the ABC 👉 For up-to-date warnings and alerts, please visit: www.abc.net.au/emergency

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Did you feel it? A 5.6-magnitude earthquake has struck southern Western Australia. ab.co/3DLbgJY

'It was swaying the building': Magnitude-5 earthquake rattles residents across WA's south

A powerful earthquake strikes near Gnowangerup, about 150 kilometres north of Albany — one of the biggest in years to hit the state.

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Need help preparing? ab.co/PrepareForABushfire

Get ready for bushfires - ABC Emergency

Understanding the bushfire warning system could save your life.    

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@NSWRFS31 Jul 2023
Six LGAs commence their Bush Fire Danger Period today. In these areas, along with required fire permits you must also notify your local fire authority and neighbours of your intent to burn 24 hours in advance. Know the risk for your area. rfs.nsw.gov.au/BFDP
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After a windy night in Tasmania, the wind is forecast to continue this afternoon and evening. Warnings are active for nearly the entire state. See website bom.gov.au or BOM Weather app.
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Some areas of Tasmania have experienced record July winds over the past 24 hours, including a 143 km/h gust at Strahan Airport. 📻 For the latest updates tune in to ABC Hobart or ABC Northern Tasmania on radio, the ABC Listen app or online at ab.co/Hobart.
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Are you bushfire ready? ab.co/PrepareForABushfire

Get ready for bushfires - ABC Emergency

Understanding the bushfire warning system could save your life.    

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Bureau of Meteorology, Northern Territory@BOM_NT30 Jul 2023
⚠️ #Fire Weather Warning warning issued for # Barkly North fire weather district, for MONDAY 31 JULY. Check ow.ly/g6Hq30iUuhL for details and updates; stay tuned to @ntpfes for fire bans and further #bushfire info.
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It was a wet night for Queensland's Central Coast with Mackay recording 92 millimetres – more than double the July average! 🌧🌧 Showers and strong, gusty winds will spread to the North Tropical Coast tomorrow before easing later in the week. More: bom.gov.au
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⚠️ A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Heavy Rainfall has been issued for residents in the southwest of the State. 💧 Vasse has reported 69.6mm in the 90 minutes from 7.30am to 9am this morning. Read the warning here: ow.ly/ntno50Pk6qV
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It's been three-and-a-half years since catastrophic bushfires ravaged East Gippsland, in Victoria in the summer of 2019–2000. ab.co/3OtbKdQ

With only a third of homes lost in the Gippsland bushfires rebuilt, residents are in a race against...

Funding is drying up for the East Gippsland Timber Milling project, with more than 180 property owners still hoping to tap in and salvage their old timber before it deteriorates. 

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Is there a potential end in sight to the extreme heat occurring across Europe and the US? ab.co/43SYUKB
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Insurance brokers say houses built to cyclone standards should not be hit with higher premiums. ab.co/3O7W5PR

Home owners to wait months for financial relief from cyclone insurance scheme, says broker

Home insurance premiums in the Kimberley cost four times more than in capital cities, and it could take a year before a federal government scheme helps to alleviate the costs.

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DFES@dfes_wa21 Jul 2023
☀️ Fire Danger Ratings have been forecast for WA. You can find which Local Government Authorities are affected and relevant community safety messages on emergency.wa.gov.au/#firedan…
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STAY INFORMED - Neurum (near Woodford) - fire as at 2:33pm Friday, 21 July 2023. For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to qfes.qld.gov.au/Current-Inci….
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Brrrr! Did everyone else notice how cold it was this morning? ❄️☃️ After a few mild winter days, an overnight cold snap brought frost to several parts of the state. Did you know frost can kill off the grass? This makes it more fire prone and increases the risk of grass fires.
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@NSWRFS19 Jul 2023
Despite the cooler conditions, #NSWRFS crews have been busy responding to numerous fires across NSW. This video from the Casula Brigade is a timely reminder that grass fuel loads remain high and pose a risk to communities. For more information, visit rfs.nsw.gov.au/grass.
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WATCH & ACT - RIVERINE FLOOD - Avoid the Flooded Area This Moderate Flood Warning is being issued for Murray River downstream of Torrumbarry to Barham. More details at emergency.vic.gov.au/respond…
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This Severe Weather Warning is for DAMAGING WINDS for parts of Central, East Gippsland, North Central, North East, West and South Gippsland and South West Forecast Districts. Damaging wind gusts developing about elevated terrain from this afternoon. More: bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/
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