Firefighters still wary of Grampians outbreak after fire destroys at least three homes

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At least three homes and nearly a dozen outbuildings have been destroyed by the fire in Victoria's Grampians, as a new fire threatens homes and lives in Western Australia.

The Victorian premier, Jacinta Allan, said on Sunday morning that assessments of the damage were still continuing, and the full impact of the blaze was not yet clear. She thanked those in the path of the fire for listening to warnings and taking action to stay safe.

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