New South Wales Extinguishes Bushfires After More Than 240 Days

After over 240 days of battling bushfires, authorities announced no active fires in New South Wales, the hardest-hit state in Australia. Firefighters have been combating over 100 fires since July, resulting in 42,000 square miles burned, 3000 homes destroyed, and 28 fatalities, including three firefighters. Recent heavy rains helped contain the fires but caused flash flooding and power outages, indicating ongoing challenges.

How long did the authorities battle the bushfires in New South Wales before declaring no active fires?

• More than 180 days

• More than 365 days

• More than 100 days

• More than 240 days

What was the approximate area of land affected by the bushfires?

• 42,000 square kilometers

• 42,000 square miles

• 24,000 square miles

• 24,000 square kilometers

How many homes were destroyed due to the bushfires?

• 1,000 homes

• 2,000 homes

• 3,000 homes

• 4,000 homes

What natural event helped firefighters in controlling the bushfires?

• Heatwave

• Snowfall

• Heavy rain

• Strong winds

What challenges did the recent rainfall cause in New South Wales?

• Drought conditions

• Flash flooding and power outages

• Increased bushfire risk

• Landslides