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'Atrocious' conditions for out-of-control grass fire near Holsworthy

A "fast-moving" grass fire is burning out-of-control in Sydney's west close to homes and blanketing parts of the city with dark smoke, with some residents being warned it is too late to leave.

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Fire and Rescue NSW issued an emergency warning for the fire, which was burning close to Moorebank Avenue and Somercotes Court at Wattle Grove.

Residents in the Wattle Grove community and the Holsworthy military complex are advised to shelter in place.

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By Stergos Kastelloriou




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