Australia PM Anthony Albanese and  Victoria's premier Jacinta Allan visited Bendigo Incident Control Centre to take stock of the situation. (Jacinta Allan/X)
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News1811-01-2026, 14:13

Human Remains Found Amid Raging Australia Bushfires; Thousands Without Power

  • Human remains discovered near Longwood, Victoria, as bushfires devastate the region.
  • Fires have scorched over 350,000 hectares in Victoria, destroying 300+ structures and cutting power to thousands.
  • This year's blazes are the worst since the 2019-2020 Black Summer fires, which killed 33 people.
  • Victoria's Premier Jacinta Allan confirmed over 30 fires burning, with a total fire ban in place.
  • Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledged emergency funding for residents and farmers, citing impact on livestock.

Why It Matters: Devastating bushfires in Australia lead to human remains discovery, widespread destruction, and emergency aid.

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