Australian bush fires: Two killed and 100 homes destroyed as 85 blazes rage

Australian firefighters warned they were in "uncharted territory" as they struggled to contain the fire. [Mirror]

Wild bush fires that ravaged eastern Australia have left at least two people dead, seven missing and 100 homes destroyed.

Around 85 blazes were tearing through the state of New South Wales on Friday as Australian authorities warned residents to evacuate their homes.