Perth Hills bushfire at 'critical' stage as firefighters struggle to contain massive blaze Posted TueTuesday 2 updated WedWednesday 3 FebFebruary 2021 at 5:20pm Windy conditions are continuing to impede the efforts of firefighters battling to contain the massive Perth Hills bushfire, now in its third day. ( Share Print text only Cancel Fire authorities battling a massive bushfire threatening lives and homes in the Perth Hills say the situation is at a critical stage as strong south easterly winds push the blaze towards houses on the northern edge of the fire. Key points: The massive fire has burned through more than 11,00 hectares of land