Summer is well and truly upon us, with everything that comes with it. The mercury has climbed above 40 degrees (celsius), the first heat wave has been and gone, and everyone are doing their best to keep cool. The beach being a definite favourite, especially with Charlie.
Unfortunately, summer in Australia also brings with it the terrifying reality of bush fires. The Black Saturday fires in Victoria in February 2009 was the worst in australian history, and 173 people died. This week, South Australia has seen temperatures in the high 40s, and the seasons first bush fires started on the York Peninsula.
So here's my plea to everyone. Get ready for the bush fire season, clear you gardens, have a plan, and be ready to leave your house on a moments notice. We don't want to see another Black Saturday, we don't have anyone too lose.
Excellent post Marit. I was in Melbourne for work in February, right after the fires, I remember seeing the blackened devastation when we flew into the airport, and the constant news bulletins. Heart-breaking stuff.
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