Millions of animals, many found on no other continent, may have perished, and Australians are taking care of survivors.
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How to Help Victims of Australia’s Fires
The deadly wildfires, fanned by wind and fueled by scorching heat, are raging across the southeast of the country.
The Springs Ran Dry. Then This Australian Town Burned.
Residents in some lush rural places thought the blazes would never reach them. On New Year’s Eve, as firestorms swept through, they were proved wrong. “I’ve run out of tears,” one resident said.
As Fires Rage, Australia Sees Its Leader as Missing in Action
The country is venting frustration with Prime Minister Scott Morrison over what many view as a nonchalant response to the disastrous blazes and his unwavering dismissal of climate change.
The Australia Wildfires in Pictures
Images of destruction, escape and the struggle to contain dozens of blazes as the country faces one of the worst wildfire seasons in its history.
Australia Fires Keep Spreading as Military Reservists Called Up
Officials across three states braced for what they feared could be the worst day yet of Australia’s disastrous fire season.
How Have Australia’s Wildfires Affected You?
Fires continue to rage in southeast Australia. If you’re safe, we would like to hear from residents and tourists and see your photos or videos.
‘It’s Going to Be a Blast Furnace’: Australia Fires Are Set to Get Even Worse
Calling for evacuations along the country’s southeastern coast, officials said next the few days would be the worst yet in an already catastrophic fire season.
Why the Fires in Australia Are So Bad
Bush fire season is nothing new to Australians, but this summer has been calamitous — and it’s far from over.
Apocalyptic Scenes in Australia as Fires Turn Skies Blood Red
Thousands of people fled from their homes as wildfires raged on the last day of the warmest decade on record in Australia.