Perth Bushfire Forces Evacuations and Destroys Homes

A wildfire on the outskirts of Perth, Australia, has led to the evacuation of dozens of residents and the destruction of at least 10 homes. The fire, which started in a pine tree plantation, was fueled by strong winds and high temperatures reaching 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit). Firefighters are facing challenging conditions as they battle the blaze, and power outages have affected hundreds of homes. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and authorities expect it will take several days to bring it under control.