Southern Australia

The bushfires in Australia last weekend turned deadly.  Over the past few days, fires raged across Victoria and New South Wales. 

While cooler weather continues to provide relief, firefighters are still struggling against more than 20 fires, most of which are not yet under control.

The bushfires are the worst natural disaster in Australia in 110 years, with 181 deaths confirmed across the affected area so far. There are still dozens of people missing.

Some of our members are near the area, our thoughts are with you, keep us posted.

*The view from Churchill on Saturday.  Picture: Rhys Smith - Image courtesy of News.com.au

News Coverage:

News.com.au

Reuters - Australia bushfire toll 181 and rising, arson probe

Redcross:

http://www.redcross.org.au/

Further link:

There's a forum post on this topic in the VILE Headquarters site.