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NSW Bushfire Emergency: Homes Lost, Firefighter Killed

12/12/2025

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A bushfire emergency is underway in New South Wales, with more than 50 fires active, destroying homes and causing at least one death.
Scorching temperatures and strong winds are fueling the blazes and intensifying danger for communities.
A firefighter died near Bulahdelah while battling a blaze that burned 3,500 hectares.
The season is high risk, and officials warn it could rival the 2019-20 fires, prompting resident support for firefighters.

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Story summary

A bushfire emergency is underway in New South Wales, with more than 50 fires active, destroying homes and causing at least one death.
Scorching temperatures and strong winds are fueling the blazes and intensifying danger for communities.
A firefighter died near Bulahdelah while battling a blaze that burned 3,500 hectares.
The season is high risk, and officials warn it could rival the 2019-20 fires, prompting resident support for firefighters.