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Bushfires.
by fairytales_end on Sun Feb 08, 2009 1:39 pm
Hey everyone,
The bush fire toll in Australia's up 65 people now. This is with only the last bushfire, which was set by arsonists, put out by volunteer fire fighters and then later restarted.
Although the arsonists may face murder charges, the families that survived have been left with nothing.
I'm not sure if this will work for overseas citizens, but if anyone has some extra money that can be used to help these people rebuild their lives...
Donations can be made to The Salvation Army's Victorian Bushfire Appeal by calling 13 SALVOS (137258) or online to [Only admins are allowed to see this link]
Those who wish to donate to the Red Cross can do so at their website, [Only admins are allowed to see this link]
This is a site that was updated about 7 hours ago. > Fires.
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The bush fire toll in Australia's up 65 people now. This is with only the last bushfire, which was set by arsonists, put out by volunteer fire fighters and then later restarted.
Although the arsonists may face murder charges, the families that survived have been left with nothing.
I'm not sure if this will work for overseas citizens, but if anyone has some extra money that can be used to help these people rebuild their lives...
Donations can be made to The Salvation Army's Victorian Bushfire Appeal by calling 13 SALVOS (137258) or online to [Only admins are allowed to see this link]
Those who wish to donate to the Red Cross can do so at their website, [Only admins are allowed to see this link]
This is a site that was updated about 7 hours ago. > Fires.
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Re: Bushfires.
by fairytales_end on Sun Feb 08, 2009 1:55 pm
Just watched an update. The fire services can't contain all the fires so the Army's been called in to help. It's terrible. The premier broke down when he was getting interviewed.
Squirt, Bones_in_oz, stay safe guys, and everyone else in Melbourne, South NSW and South Australia. *hug*
Squirt, Bones_in_oz, stay safe guys, and everyone else in Melbourne, South NSW and South Australia. *hug*
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Re: Bushfires.
by BonesInOz on Sun Feb 08, 2009 6:24 pm
Totally devastating... Many of the people I work with have been affected by the Wandong/Kilmore fire. Homes lost and friends who lost their lives trying to leave the area. There aren't any words to describe the feelings. My thoughts and prayers are with them all...
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Re: Bushfires.
by Fluffernutter on Sun Feb 08, 2009 8:49 pm
The latest numbers I've heard are 84 deaths. I'm in the US, but I know my thoughts and prayers are with you guys in Australia. Keep safe.
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Re: Bushfires.
by Teardropsonmyguitar on Sun Feb 08, 2009 9:05 pm
I didn't even hear about this! I hope things get better! It's like the stupid california fires. I always get so nervous it won't get close to Emily's home (since i don't know anyone else in CA, I have to worry about her and the rest of the casts safety)
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Re: Bushfires.
by fairytales_end on Mon Feb 09, 2009 1:38 pm
The latest death toll was 130, but they think it'll get up to 230...
Also, the fires have wiped out 3,000 sq km (1,200 sq miles) of land and destroyed at least 700 homes as far as I've heard....They've arrested one guy over one of the Melbourne fires but who knows if he'll get charged. Last I checked, there were still about 25 fires across Melbourne.
Good news though, the cooler temperature did help a bit, and lots of people are getting involved in fundraising. My school's asked each student to try to bring in $10 tomorrow, so hopefully, if everyone does, we'll raise about $9,000
My thoughts and best wishes are with those affected.
xx
Also, the fires have wiped out 3,000 sq km (1,200 sq miles) of land and destroyed at least 700 homes as far as I've heard....They've arrested one guy over one of the Melbourne fires but who knows if he'll get charged. Last I checked, there were still about 25 fires across Melbourne.
Good news though, the cooler temperature did help a bit, and lots of people are getting involved in fundraising. My school's asked each student to try to bring in $10 tomorrow, so hopefully, if everyone does, we'll raise about $9,000
My thoughts and best wishes are with those affected.
xx
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Re: Bushfires.
by squirtandmilo on Mon Feb 09, 2009 1:45 pm
Yeah. I'm lucky, about 50km from the closest fire front and thanks to the southerly winds that blew up on Sunday we were not put on Ember watch, however so many of my friends have lost their houses up around Kilmore/Marysville
The current death toll is at 132 but with CFA and DSE crews just beginning to go into burnt out properties and houses it's expected to double at least.
There is lots of good coverage at the following websites for anyone interested, along with many photos, Audio and Video coverage.
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The current death toll is at 132 but with CFA and DSE crews just beginning to go into burnt out properties and houses it's expected to double at least.
There is lots of good coverage at the following websites for anyone interested, along with many photos, Audio and Video coverage.
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Re: Bushfires.
by squirtandmilo on Mon Feb 09, 2009 1:51 pm
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Re: Bushfires.
by squirtandmilo on Mon Feb 09, 2009 1:55 pm
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Re: Bushfires.
by Cassiopeia on Mon Feb 09, 2009 1:59 pm
Oh, god that's horrible...! I just read from our news, that there are over 130 deaths.
I hope y'all are ok....
I hope y'all are ok....
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Re: Bushfires.
by fairytales_end on Mon Feb 09, 2009 2:04 pm
Geeze, Squirt I'm so glad that you're safe, and it's terrible about your friends, but just be careful okay?
*hugs*
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Re: Bushfires.
by ToZiKa on Mon Feb 09, 2009 11:20 pm
That really looks horrible.
I'm glad that you are okay, squirt!
anyone heard something about Bones_in_Oz yet?
I'm glad that you are okay, squirt!
anyone heard something about Bones_in_Oz yet?
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Re: Bushfires.
by squirtandmilo on Tue Feb 10, 2009 2:54 am
Nope. I don't know how far out she lived either...
As of this morning the death toll is at 166.
As of this morning the death toll is at 166.
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