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Casey fire brigades deployed to support efforts against raging bushfires

As out of control blazes in the North East of Victoria continue to burn under catastrophic and extreme fire conditions, many of Casey’s Country Fire Authority (CFA) brigades have rallied to send crews, tankers and medical assistance to help. Specifically, CFA Brigades from Berwick, Narre…

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