Photos shared by the New Norfolk Fire Brigade from the ground of a bushfire that burnt through the Magra hillside yesterday afternoon have revealed the scale of the blaze.
The fire, which started around 12pm on Sunday, left a ‘burnt area’ of 10.800 according to the Tasmania Fire Service.
Aerial appliances, including multiple firefighting aircraft and helicopters responded to the blaze, alongside crews from the surrounding area.
The New Norfolk Fire Brigade have praised everyone that helped bring the blaze under control, adding there will be “a few days of mopping up” to come.
The fire is currently being patrolled at regular intervals by Tasmania Fire Service crews.
Nearby residents are asked to call 000 of there is any fire activity causing them concern.
