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1.
The back of a fire burns the coolest, slowest and with the shortest flames.
2.
The front of the fire is the hottest, fastest and most dangerous place.
3.
Natural tree oils in native eucalyptus trees fuel fireballs and causes explosions.
4.
When a fire increases in speed, the intensity heightens, making it even hotter
5.
The main causes of bushfires are: accidents, human carelessness, arsonists and lightning.
6.
Most homes, no matter how prepared, will not be able to withstand Code Red conditions.
7.
Ember attacks are the most common way houses catch fire during a bushfire.
8.
Radiant heat is one of the biggest killers of people and wildlife during a bushfire
9.
Victoria, Australia is one of the most fire-prone places in the world.
10.
A bushfire can spread with burning embers, direct flame contact and radiant heat.