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Is the NSW fire ongoing?

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A bushfire near Kangaroo Creek, NSW, remains out of control with emergency warnings in place. Residents are advised to shelter as strong winds complicate firefighting efforts.

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Coutts Crossing bushfire downgraded from emergency

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  • An out-of-control bushfire has triggered an emergency warning near Kangaroo Creek, south of Grafton. 2s
  • Residents on Betong Drive, Middle Creek Road, and Lower Kangaroo Creek Road are advised to shelter in place as it is too late to leave. 21s
  • Firefighters and water-bombing aircraft are working to protect homes in the affected area. 13s
  • Strong winds are complicating firefighting efforts, with gusts recorded up to 76 km/h in Sydney Harbour. 32s
  • Severe weather warnings for damaging winds have been issued for the Illawarra and South Coast regions. 1m 1s
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Coutts Crossing bushfire downgraded from emergency

The fire is still out of control as of the latest live update, with emergency warnings active and residents advised to shelter in place.

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