Australia fires: Rain falls but warnings of huge blazes ahead
Rain falls on the HMAS Adelaide in Eden on Monday
And the navy ship lurking off the coast - poised to help in rescue mission - is another reminder this is far from over. At least 24 people have died since the fires began in September. Air quality in the capital Canberra was recently rated the worst in the world.The BBC's Phil Mercer says Kangaroo Valley has"a horrible, ghostly feel"
He has faced fierce criticism for his response to the fires - including for taking a holiday to Hawaii during the crisis.Former Foreign Minister Julie Bishop - and Mr Morrison's Liberal Party colleague - said she thought the PM was"doing the best he can", but said Canberra should show leadership on global climate change.
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