The leader of Australia's eastern New South Wales state has declared a week-long state of emergency in response to the escalating bushfire threat.<br /><br />High temperatures and strong winds are forecast for the weekend, leading to "widespread extreme fire danger".<br /><br />Troops are also preparing to evacuate some of the 4,000 people trapped by fires in neighboring Victoria state.<br /><br />Since September, bushfires have killed 18 people and destroyed more than 1,200 homes across NSW and Victoria.<br /><br />At least 17 people remain missing after fires this week alone.<br /><br />Disclaimer The Credit of the video Goes to the owner. <br />NB: I just posted this over here to pass the news over the world and make them aware.
