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HISTORICAL FACTS: Warning as victoria stares down increased fire risk | History Defined

People are putting themselves and their families in jeopardy by not preparing for fire season. (David Crosling/AAP PHOTOS)

A worrying number of Victorians are risking their lives by not keeping up with important fire safety measures, as parts of the state face an increased bushfire risk.

About 45 per cent of people living in bushfire-prone areas aren't concerned about fire safety and are waiting too long to leave in the event of a fire, the Country Fire Authority's annual bushfire community survey found.

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