We returned from the beach today to discover that our power was out. It was due to a power transformer which was engulfed in flames from a fire north of Mandurah. There have been many local fires the past two weeks. Many have been started by vandals. A young teacher was killed as a result of the fires last night in her car as she tried to flee from her home (ironically her home escaped unscathed).The photograph here was taken this afternoon in a spot 3kms from home. The town of Dwellingup, some 45 kms from here, lost 6 homes last night. The high winds of WA help in spreading these fires. Power was restored here around 7:00pm, just in time for dinner. We have been having lots of lamb, since its about the cheapest meat around, and luckily we all enjoy it (we’ll see if that lasts)!
Did dad take all these photos you posted? they are really good and high quality.. his camera must have paid off
So far, all Dad – at some point we’ll have to scoop his camera and take a shot of him!