Wild Fires in Victoria Australia are Claiming over 100 Lives
After the sad post about Scott Russo losing his home to fires, I had to get the word out about the wild fires going on here in Australia. Heat waves coupled with severe dry conditions have been the recipe for disaster in Victoria Australia – where out of control fires have claimed over 100 lives. People are finding their homes destroyed in the wake of the fires which are continuing to burn.
You can read more about the tragedy on Australian news site Nine.
You can make a donation through the Red Cross.
February 10th, 2009 at 12:02 am
Just wanted to say thank you for posted this on the internet as I have some dear friends outside Melbourne and worry about them. Your country is in our prayers and I hope the fires will be under control soon and some how the police catch the person or persons involved.
Thank you again and GOD BLESS!!
February 10th, 2009 at 9:57 pm
Dawn – Thanks for the comment, I wish your friends well.
February 11th, 2009 at 1:49 pm
I am enquiring about a place called Dingley Village, Victoria 3172 – could you please tell me if this place has been caught in the fires? I am asking on behalf of a friend who has been unable to make contact with a friend who lives there.
In England, we are all affected by what is going on in Australia – we are heartbroken for Australia and pray to God that it will be over for you soon.
Marged
February 11th, 2009 at 9:40 pm
Marged,
I will try to look into this area for you…Thanks for the note and support.
February 14th, 2009 at 10:10 pm
Thanks for the post Steve. It’s horrible – and to think its started from arsonists…