The apocalyptic devastation of Australia's wildfires, in 10 photos
Raging flames, fearless firefighters, and more

The afternoon sky glows red from bushfires near Nowra.
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Fire service crews fight a blaze in Bilpin.
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A bushfire in Newnes Plateau.
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Firefighters hose down trees near Nowra.
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Wildfires in Bairnsdale.
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A satellite image of Batemans Bay.
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Burnt-out buildings in Cobargo.
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A car destroyed by bushfires near Batemans Bay.
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Damaged property in Victoria.
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A burnt sign in Bilpin.
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