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Ambulance Victoria downgrades statewide Red Escalation as conditions ease

Ambulance Victoria has downgraded the statewide Red Escalation to an Orange level for the active bushfires from 7pm on Saturday 10 January 2026, following improved conditions across much of the state and in consultation with our emergency service partners. The downgrade reflects a reduction in…

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