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Hundreds of people have been told to prepare to leave in Queensland as firefighters continue to battle blazes on several fronts.
Bushfires continue to rage in the state's south, having destroyed 35 homes so far in the Darling Downs region.
"Prepare to leave" warnings are in place for the communities of Colosseum, Carnarvon Gorge, Buckland, Consuelo, Rewan, Landsborough, The Gums, Condamine, Barrmornie, Kogan, and Montrose North.
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"Firefighters are working to control the fire," the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services website warns.
"You should not expect a firefighter at your door."
People in those areas are urged to either enact their bushfire survival plans or plan their route away from the fire.
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The blaze at Landsborough, on the Sunshine Coast, burned to within 1km of Australia Zoo, sparking fears for the animals.
It is being treated as suspicious.
Today is crucial for firefighters with worsening weather conditions expected tomorrow.
Temperatures on Tuesday are anticipated to soar above 30 degrees, intensifying the fire risk.
