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Where will I be Safe when a bushfire happens?
There are no real safe places in a bushfire. A large body of water will certainly provide some protection, but one could not surface whilst the bushfire passed. In the Eyre Peninsula bushfires of 2005, several people jumped into the sea to escape the flames. Underground bunkers, if airtight, would be safe, but a standard basement would not. It is best to evacuate the area.
How many people died in King Lake bushfire?
It is uncertain how many people were killed in Kinglake itself, in the Black Saturday bushfires of Fbruary 2009. Kinglake, together with the nearby towns of Strathewen, Humevale, Steels Creek, Chum Creek, Kinglake West, Toolangi and Flowerdale, was the worst-hit area, and in this region there were 120 people killed.
How far are Australian wildfires from Sydney?
Australian wildfires, known as bushfires, can occur in the dense bushland of the national parks around Sydney and the Blue Mountains. This is a common area for bushfires. There have been many times when smoke haze from surrounding bushfires has descended on Sydney, remaining for several weeks.
Where do bushfires happen the most?
Bushfires can occur throughout Australia, depending on the time of the year. They are more likely to happen in the southern states during Summer and Autumn, in the north during Winter and Spring, and in the middle latitudes during Spring and Summer. They are also more likely in an area which has experienced a period of plenty of rainfall, followed by weeks of dry, hot weather which dries out all the new vegetation which has sprung up. Bushfires in Australia are most like to occur along the eastern seaboard south of the NSW border and southern coastline in heavily vegetated areas. They commonly occur around Sydney, where there are huge tracts of native bushland, and the ranges around Melbourne. Currently (February 2009), bushfires are raging through the mountains and hills around Melbourne, and to the east and west of the capital city, in the Gippsland area, and west as far as Bendigo. Over 100 lives have been lost, and over 700 homes destroyed in Australia's worst bushfires ever. Inland areas of NSW which are full of scrub are prone to bushfires. Canberra is surrounded by wooded ranges, again providing fuel for bushfires as was shown in the 2003 fires where four people lost their lives. South Australia has certainly had its share of fires, despite overall less heavily wooded areas: the Eyre Peninsula bushfires of 2005 were particularly devastating, as were the Ash Wednesday tragedies which reached the outer suburbs of Adelaide. Bushfires also occur over in the bushland around Perth. After a dry season, these areas provide enough fuel for bushfires to quickly spread, and the climate can change from pleasantly temperate to hot, dry and windy - perfect conditions for bushfires. Bushfires are less likely in the far north because of the wetter conditions, but they do still occur. Even Brisbane and the Queensland coast rarely have serious bushfires - certainly not on the devastating scale that has been seen down south. However, Rockhampton and Mount Morgan, just inland from Queensland's central coast, recently (Spring 2009) saw several days of horrific bushfires, as conditions are drier there.
How frequently does a bushfire occur?
Bushfires are common in Australia. They can occur with equal force in grasslands and in bushland. They tend to occur more in the southern states, where summers are hot and dry, but they are also common up the coast of New South Wales, and in limited regions of Queensland, such as the area around Rockhampton.
Where will I be Safe when a bushfire happens?
There are no real safe places in a bushfire. A large body of water will certainly provide some protection, but one could not surface whilst the bushfire passed. In the Eyre Peninsula bushfires of 2005, several people jumped into the sea to escape the flames. Underground bunkers, if airtight, would be safe, but a standard basement would not. It is best to evacuate the area.
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What is the risk of a bushfire to hit Rockhampton?
Rockhampton can certainly be affected by bushfires. During Summer, Rockhampton is a "hot spot" of Queensland, temperature-wise and this, together with the long, dry winters, can result in very dry vegetation, increasing the fuel available for bushfires. In February 2009, the Rockhampton Regional Council released a statement that, in the wake of the devastating bushfires in Victoria, it may need to consider the increased risk of bushfires in the area and introduce regulations that would address the increased risks. Fairly severe bushfires have hit west of Rockhampton, around the Mount Morgan region in September 2009, and this area seems more prone to fires than other areas, as it is so dry, and there is plenty of vegetation. See the related link for a map of the bushfire-prone areas around Rockhampton.
Has Rockhampton ever been struck by a major Bushfire?
No. Rockhampton itself has not yet been struck by a major bushfire. However, fairly severe bushfires have hit west of Rockhampton, around the Mount Morgan region in September 2009, and this area seems more prone to fires than other areas, as it is so dry, and there is plenty of vegetation. See the related link for a map of the more bushfire-prone areas around Rockhampton. Generally, Queensland does not seem to experience severe bushfires like those in Victoria. Humidity is higher, the terrain is different, and vegetation is not as thick.
How long would it take for a bushfire to pass over a home in a rural area?
This would depend upon the intensity of the fire, and how much fuel there was feeding it. In the catastrophic Victorian "Black Saturday" bushfires in February 2009, some of the fires moved at such speed that people were overtaken whilst evacuating. It was a matter of just minutes. In some bushfires, people successfully defend their homes, and after half an hour or so, the bushfire has passed either side of the house and moved on.
How many people died in King Lake bushfire?
It is uncertain how many people were killed in Kinglake itself, in the Black Saturday bushfires of Fbruary 2009. Kinglake, together with the nearby towns of Strathewen, Humevale, Steels Creek, Chum Creek, Kinglake West, Toolangi and Flowerdale, was the worst-hit area, and in this region there were 120 people killed.
Did the Victorian bushfire affect the environment?
Most certainly. Bushfires are a major natural disaster, and have a dramatic effect on the environment, no matter which state of Australia they occur in. Bushfires can have positive and negative effects on the environment. Some plants require fire to spread their seeds. This is the case with the banksia in Australia. Some species like this actually require the heat and the smoke to release their seeds. Without bushfires, these plants could not reproduce. Similarly, fire can generate new growth in existent plants. Eucalypts, for example, often sprout new growth after a fire. However, for every positive effect, there's a negative effect as well. Bushfires release huge amounts of smoke and ash which, apart from creating pollution (provoking asthma and causing other health problems), also cause weather changes in the immediate area. Heat pushes up the air, creating cumulus clouds which, if met by air of a different temperature, can result in storms.
How far are Australian wildfires from Sydney?
Australian wildfires, known as bushfires, can occur in the dense bushland of the national parks around Sydney and the Blue Mountains. This is a common area for bushfires. There have been many times when smoke haze from surrounding bushfires has descended on Sydney, remaining for several weeks.
Where do bushfires happen the most?
Bushfires can occur throughout Australia, depending on the time of the year. They are more likely to happen in the southern states during Summer and Autumn, in the north during Winter and Spring, and in the middle latitudes during Spring and Summer. They are also more likely in an area which has experienced a period of plenty of rainfall, followed by weeks of dry, hot weather which dries out all the new vegetation which has sprung up. Bushfires in Australia are most like to occur along the eastern seaboard south of the NSW border and southern coastline in heavily vegetated areas. They commonly occur around Sydney, where there are huge tracts of native bushland, and the ranges around Melbourne. Currently (February 2009), bushfires are raging through the mountains and hills around Melbourne, and to the east and west of the capital city, in the Gippsland area, and west as far as Bendigo. Over 100 lives have been lost, and over 700 homes destroyed in Australia's worst bushfires ever. Inland areas of NSW which are full of scrub are prone to bushfires. Canberra is surrounded by wooded ranges, again providing fuel for bushfires as was shown in the 2003 fires where four people lost their lives. South Australia has certainly had its share of fires, despite overall less heavily wooded areas: the Eyre Peninsula bushfires of 2005 were particularly devastating, as were the Ash Wednesday tragedies which reached the outer suburbs of Adelaide. Bushfires also occur over in the bushland around Perth. After a dry season, these areas provide enough fuel for bushfires to quickly spread, and the climate can change from pleasantly temperate to hot, dry and windy - perfect conditions for bushfires. Bushfires are less likely in the far north because of the wetter conditions, but they do still occur. Even Brisbane and the Queensland coast rarely have serious bushfires - certainly not on the devastating scale that has been seen down south. However, Rockhampton and Mount Morgan, just inland from Queensland's central coast, recently (Spring 2009) saw several days of horrific bushfires, as conditions are drier there.
Where to find bush fire trails in NSW Australia?
Bushfire trails are access roads used by the rural bushfire brigades during bushfires, to easily reach fires. They are found throughout State Forests and National Parks, as well as through large private properties. Because there are so many State Forests and National Parks, as well as general bushland, throughout the state, one would need to search specifically for maps of a given area in order to find specific fire trails. A good source for identifying fire trails is the ExploreOz site. See the related links below.
Where are bush fires?
Bushfires have occurred in all parts of Australia at some time. Bushfires can occur throughout Australia, depending on the time of the year. They are more likely to happen in the southern states during Summer and Autumn, in the north during Winter and Spring, and in the middle latitudes during Spring and Summer. They are also more likely in an area which has experienced a period of plenty of rainfall, followed by weeks of dry, hot weather which dries out all the new vegetation which has sprung up. Bushfires in Australia are most like to occur along the eastern seaboard south of the NSW border and southern coastline in heavily vegetated areas. They commonly occur around Sydney, where there are huge tracts of native bushland, and the ranges around Melbourne. Currently (February 2009), bushfires are raging through the mountains and hills around Melbourne, and to the east and west of the capital city, in the Gippsland area, and west as far as Bendigo. Over 100 lives have been lost, and over 700 homes destroyed in Australia's worst bushfires ever. Inland areas of NSW which are full of scrub are prone to bushfires. Canberra is surrounded by wooded ranges, again providing fuel for bushfires as was shown in the 2003 fires where four people lost their lives. South Australia has certainly had its share of fires, despite overall less heavily wooded areas: the Eyre Peninsula bushfires of 2005 were particularly devastating, as were the Ash Wednesday tragedies which reached the outer suburbs of Adelaide. Bushfires also occur over in the bushland around Perth. After a dry season, these areas provide enough fuel for bushfires to quickly spread, and the climate can change from pleasantly temperate to hot, dry and windy - perfect conditions for bushfires. Bushfires are less likely in the far north because of the wetter conditions, but they do still occur. Even Brisbane and the Queensland coast rarely have serious bushfires - certainly not on the devastating scale that has been seen down south. However, Rockhampton and Mount Morgan, just inland from Queensland's central coast, recently (Spring 2009) saw several days of horrific bushfires, as conditions are drier there.
What are the threats to the Leadbeater's possum?
Like many Australian animals, Leadbeater's Possum is endangered because of habitat loss caused by humans. The possums nest in the hollows of old trees, only in Victoria, and preferably those in excess of 150-200 years in age. Drought and the increased number of bushfires in recent years in Victoria has reduced the numbers of such available trees, and European settlement in Victoria has certainly increased the frequency of both droughts and bushfires. Further, many of the remaining trees that are suitable are in Victoria's prime timber production area. Much of the possum's habitat is under threat from logging, salvage logging (logging regenerating trees after a bushfire), prescribed burns, and clearing access roads for fire breaks. The Leadbeaters's Possum needs trees which connect so that it can easily move through the forest - like a highway. A road is often impassable by a Leadbeater's Possum. A bushfire initially may initially damage the habitat for Leadbeater's Possum, but after about 5 - 10 years (or slightly more) the bushland regenerates. Whilst the habitat may return, the loss in numbers suffered by the possum when bushfires occur frequently would preclude their ability to reproduce over their losses resulting from bushfires.
