Australian BushFires

Southern Australia continues to experience catastrophic devastation from the ferocious bush fires sweeping the land. The death toll in Victoria has today reached over 180 though is expected to rise as fire-fighters continue to uncover the charred ruins of more rural homesteads and communities, and, as the fires remain out of control.
The main fire in Victoria is thought to have so far destroyed over 750 homes, with fears for today focused on a fire in the wine region of the Yarra Valley.
The world has been watching in horror at the vast scale of destruction left by the weekend bushfires that have arisen within one of the hottest summers Australia has experienced for over 100 years.
As new strategies are being reviewed for how to control the infernos, Quantas Airlines have donated $100,000 to the 2009 Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund to support the people and communities affected. Others can donate directly to the appeal at the Quantas and Jetstar main websites.