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Large grassfire burning between Wee Jasper and Yass most likely started by lightning

Fire authorities believe the grassfire was started by lightning during a storm on Thursday.   (ABC News: Patrick Bell)

A grassfire burning between Wee Jasper and Yass in the New South Wales Southern Tablelands is now under control, but fire crews remain nervous a change in weather conditions could see the blaze jump containment lines. 

The fire's status is currently at advice level and there is no threat to homes in the area.

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