Good morning and welcome to the Sunday live blog. Emergency services in Victoria have issued a critical warning as a bushfire at Carlisle River, located in the state's south-west, remains uncontained and poses a direct threat to homes in the nearby town of Gellibrand.
Bushfire Emergency in Victoria
The fire is currently moving eastwards from the west of Gellibrand and has advanced to within one kilometre of the town. Authorities have escalated the warning level to take shelter now, advising residents in the affected area that it is too late to leave safely and urging them to seek immediate refuge.
Weather Conditions and Impact
This dangerous situation follows an exceptionally hot day across Victoria, where temperatures soared above 40 degrees Celsius in Melbourne. This morning, a noticeable haze of smoke has enveloped inner Melbourne, with residents reporting both visible and olfactory signs of the distant blaze.
NSW Police Manhunt Update
In a separate development, New South Wales police are scheduled to hold a press conference at 11am today from the regional town of Lake Cargelligo. This briefing is part of an ongoing manhunt for a gunman suspected of killing his pregnant former partner and two other individuals. Further details are expected to be released during the conference.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to monitor both situations closely throughout the day.
