Farmer Dies in Bushfire, Community Mourns
Update: 2025-12-20
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Jaxon Peakall, a beloved farmer and teammate, tragically lost his life while aiding in bushfire efforts in Western Australia. The 34-year-old was struck by a falling tree while patrolling a road in Mindarabin. The Mindarabin fire, which had burned over 5,500 hectares, claimed Jaxons life, leaving the community in mourning. Tributes poured in, remembering him as a kind-hearted individual always ready to help. Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner Darren Klemm expressed deep sadness, highlighting the dangers faced by firefighters. Jaxons death marks the second fire-related fatality in the region this month.
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