Calga bushfire contained as alert downgraded near Sydney

A bushfire near Sydney burned three hectares before firefighters downgraded the emergency alert from Watch and Act to Advice.

Why it mattersBushfires near major roads can escalate quickly, so residents and drivers must stay alert and check their survival plans.

AustraliaSmoke from the fire affected traffic on the Pacific Motorway, a key route north of Sydney, though no evacuations were ordered.

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