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matilda Dec 12, 2006

I just wish to say to all the Aussies whos families homes residences properties and communities that are being terrorised by the fires, that my heart goes out to you all.  
I have been in this very same situation (many of us I think would have at some stage)
I know how terrifying and confusing it can be.  I'll send my prayers and will pray for rain[ :pray: b][/b]      I am truely sorry this is happening. :hug:  :hug:Put your faith in the people that will and are rallying around that you will never be left along with your tragity :hug:  :pray:
Wendy

http://au.news.yahoo.com/061211/23/11qju.html

BearBottoms Dec 12, 2006

Wendy,

Very well said, and I agree and second that!  Although luckily I have never been in such a situation, my heart still goes out to those that are.  :hug:

Kimberly W.

K P Bear Dec 12, 2006

I agree with all of the above. I live in the contry in Australia and some times when there is fires long way away I can smell the smoke and it is very upsetting. I have so far not been in a fire and pray and hope it will remain so. Must be soo terifying. Hope all are safe and well.
Lena

chris009av Dec 12, 2006

Thankyou Wendy 

Stellajella Dec 18, 2006

Wendy, thanx for expressing this!
I´ve been thinking of the poor people in fear of the fire, and of all the poor animals that lost their lives in the flames and I hope, that the fires can be killed soon! :pray:

Gaby

Michelle Helen Dec 18, 2006

Yes, Many prayers to those in the path of the fire....So horrible....and let's not forget the animals suffering too....

Michelle

matilda Dec 19, 2006

I've been popping in every so often when I get a chance. I havent been able to read much that has been posted.
If anyone can keep us up to date on the fire  storms here in Australia. It will be gratefully appreciated by us all, I'm sure. :hug:  :hug:  It is hard to sit back while worried for your friends. 
Is there anything we can do from a distance???
Only TTers on the scene can answer our questions. Is there anyway we can come to your assistance?? :hug:  :hug:  :hug:

Pumpkin & Pickle Bears Dec 19, 2006

It's very scarey! My other half, Stuart (who's Australian) is originally from just outside of Melbourne - he worryingly reads the online local paper every day to see how much worse it is.

Jellybelly Bears Dec 19, 2006

Does anyone know if anyone 'we' know is in danger??

chris009av Dec 19, 2006

Hi Wendy, thankyou for your concern.
At the moment the Gippsland Region where I am, is braceing for another bad day on Thursday.
So far the fires have clamed 1 life, 32 homes and numerous sheding and fencing.
Also one man is seriously injured in a bulldozer rollover while clearing for the fires, and 5 New Zealand fire fighters have recieved burns.
The very sad part about it, is that the fire which clamed the life and the majority of houses was lit deliberatly by a fire bug.  Even today at the top of my road a fire was lit, luckely it was put out quickly.
Here is an update from the DSU -

There are currently 4 fires going in the eastern half of the State, covering an area in excess of 688,000 hectares (or 6,880 square kilometres). The fires complexes in the North East and Gippsland regions have continued to merge and are now being managed under two main fire complexes: the Great Divide Complex North and the Great Divide Complex South.

I have noticed that the reports on TV have died down, just wish the fire had as well as it is still threatening properties in the region.
At the moment all I think you can do is pray that we have a huge down pour to put the fire out.  Because that is the only way this fire is going to go away.

Some of you may have noticed that I haven't been posting.  I read all the posts everyday, but I am just too distracted to post at the moment.   But to read all your posts, the pic of the day (my favorite ) and see what everyone is up too is very uplifting.
So if you could all cross your fingers for Thursday and prey that the winds arn't too bad it would be appreciated.

Jellybelly Bears Dec 19, 2006

Chris, fingers crossed!!!  And even tho the news has died down its still in all of our thoughts....its just awful...huge hugs  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:

Jodi Falk Dec 19, 2006

  May GOD protect you all.

:pray:

Koala Dec 20, 2006

The population where I live is 36,000. Our home is only 2km form the centre of town.I never thought bush fire could reach us. Monday night while out watering my garden ( we are allowed 2hour ever second day), I noticed huge  amounts of smoke coming form the nearby river and natural bush area. It became so bad I called my husband out. Emergency vehicles had their sirens all going then a spotter and water plane began continuous low flights over our homes then into this thick black smoke. It took all night for the fire to be fully under control. It jumped the river and there were many homes under immediate threat.
It was in fact less than 1/3 of a km away from our house. Burning embers can travel 1km.
No property damage but as the main fire was started (deliberately) on a river island which is full of native animals and birds we know not all escaped.
I usually run on a track along the river. Whenever I felt sad a run along here would make me feel very lucky.Huge gum trees are now still smoldering..the track is closed as many may still fall. I wonder about all the Kookaburras and other birds and animals.
Pray for rain to end this drought and regenerate our bush so we all can return.Please.
Susan

Michelle Helen Dec 20, 2006

Chris- how sad somebody lost their life and others are hurt. And  Susan, the poor animals--my heart is breakin on the suffering of the families and the animals....what a sick twisted nut out there starting fires...Hope the catch this evil #&@!.

Please keep us posted....

Michelle

matilda Dec 20, 2006

I understand the turmoil of emotions you will all be having about the wild life. My heart goes out to you, yours and the animals.
I am so sorry this is happening. The senseless distruction has left me speechless.
I simple do not have the words to express my sorrow. 
Ok chin up folks. She'll come right in the end :hug:  :thumbsup:
Thankyou for keeping us upto date, Chrissi and Susan.  :pray: