The Victorian Bushfire disaster. - Page 8

Jason[98.EL] · 09-02-2009, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Pinkbits

According to a caller on 3AW, LOOTING is happening in BUXTON.
Bring on the American way of dealing with them.

thats just sad do people these days not have any sympathy for others

i say shoot them on site

sorry but thats just not australian it makes me angry beyond words

Wally · 09-02-2009, 05:37 PM

Has this pic been posted?

blueoval · 09-02-2009, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Pinkbits

According to a caller on 3AW, LOOTING is happening in BUXTON.
Bring on the American way of dealing with them.

Thats disgusting. Dam feral to resort to such low behavior

**Charliewool** · 09-02-2009, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Pinkbits

Edit: There are fears for the safety of former Young Talent Time host Johnny Young who has'nt been heard of for some days.

Where does he live?.... I thought he was based in WA?

rodderz · 09-02-2009, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by uranium_death

The hotel where we enjoyed dinner has been razed to hell, as has the bakery I would assume.

The bakery was the only building left i believe. The main street is nearly unrecognisable without the little shops and elms

They will be able to see how the fire started from determining the path and the behaviour, and from where it alledegly started and what fuel was used to start it.

Bucknaked · 09-02-2009, 05:54 PM

One fire was reported as being started by a discarded lit cigarette. Smokers, you have ashtrays, use them. Or use the side mirror on your car to but out the cigarette. Glass won't burn, it's out, then throw it into your ashtray.

gtfpv · 09-02-2009, 05:59 PM

everyone is assuming arson . thats not right .

Antwon · 09-02-2009, 06:20 PM

I just heard on the radio that over 7 million has been donated so far, were not in the financial position to donate at the moment, but we would like to.

Jason[98.EL] · 09-02-2009, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Antwon

, were not in the financial position to donate at the moment, but we would like to.

I am in the same boat not able to give money ect but i am able to help out in other ways like time to help clean up and help build ect

armoured vehicles now starting to move into the area as well

Jason

mongoloid · 09-02-2009, 06:42 PM

It if is definitively proven that arson was not involved in a large amount of the fires i'll eat my hat.

FPV8U · 09-02-2009, 06:49 PM

I know atleast one of the two fires down our way is 99% confirmed as arson.

Auslandau · 09-02-2009, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by gtfpv

everyone is assuming arson . thats not right .

Everyone heard you the first time .....

100% fact that at least one fire was arson. It can be pin pointed on any fire where it starts and how. Marysville has been declared offically as a crime scene.

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ratter · 09-02-2009, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob

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don't think it is the right time to be picking on Victims writing skills. You do not know what frame of mind they are in right now due to what they have lost

Rob · 09-02-2009, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by ratter

don't think it is the right time to be picking on Victims writing skills. You do not know what frame of mind they are in right now due to what they have lost

Not quite the point I had intended to make, but nevermind, it's gone now.

Apologies to anyone I had offended.

ratter · 09-02-2009, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob

Not quite the point I had intended to make, but nevermind, it's gone now.

Apologies to anyone I had offended.

Sorry mate!

A lot of shock and disgust happening at the momment

Spanrz · 09-02-2009, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ratter

don't think it is the right time to be picking on Victims writing skills. You do not know what frame of mind they are in right now due to what they have lost

100% correct.
I've been there done that. Not through a bushfire, but close enough.
I had to deal with a house fire (unlivable for 3 months), a car fire, a reception fire and my fiance arriving from the states to get married all in a 2 week period.

What do you say to your fiance, when the house burns down 1 day before she arrives from the USA, she travels half way around the world, to marry you, when you are in la la land.
It messed me up for a few weeks. With the house fire, I just had my work clothes on my back, lost all my possesions etc etc.

CAMS290 · 09-02-2009, 07:34 PM

I know its early in this disaster, but I will offer my truck and my services to anyone on here or their family in need of a tip truck (18 ton capacity) and a load of either crushed rock or aggregate.

pm me or call me on 0418 554366 if i can be of assistance.

Jason[98.EL] · 09-02-2009, 08:19 PM

pm sent cams290

Jason

punktured · 09-02-2009, 08:46 PM

Does anyone know how i can watch tonight's Today Tonight? They had my cousin on there and showed my auntie's house that burnt down in Kinglake, where they nearly didn't make it and i would like to see this video. If anyone knows where i could find it it will be much appreciated.

Thanks, Mark.

Tiapan · 09-02-2009, 09:12 PM

The army reserve called me at work today, i said im prepared to go right now to help fight the fires.

i have $12,000 debt and $100 in the bank, but tonight im going to donate $50 anyway, if i can struggle for the rest of the week on $50, im sure everyone else on this forum can try to make a differance, please be generous guys

maccamom · 09-02-2009, 09:19 PM

Bunnings Warehouse's in Epping and Mill Park are now in a position to receive blankets and non-perishable food.

There is a current shortage of blankets and pet food (who would have thought of that before being asked?).

All major banks are receiving donations to pass on, pass it on through all of your respective workplaces to help those less fortunate than us.

One more thing, send my $950 to the Red Cross, they need it much more than I do.

Tiapan · 09-02-2009, 09:27 PM

I would give up my $950 to see the firestarters thrown into the middle of their own creation

Captain Falcon · 09-02-2009, 09:37 PM

Heard on the news that a CFA member had his gear (jacket, pants, helmet) stolen while he was in a store, getting supplies.

GUTLES · 09-02-2009, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by GUTLES

Just heard my cousins house is one of three out of seven which is still standing in Pheasent Creek, very very lucky.

Here's some photo's he emailed me today, burnt the two blocks on either side of him, some of his trees & fence posts, very very lucky!

Bent8 · 09-02-2009, 09:49 PM

Very tragic what's happening, Telstra is donating $500,000 in addition to matching their employee's donation's up to $250,000.

I will donate $100 from my next pay check and Telstra will match it dollar for dollar.

My thoughts are with the people affected by this tragedy, just coming to terms that this was done by arsonist's make's me feel physically sick!

I just hope the death toll doesn't spiral out of control.

Two thumbs up to the CFA guys/girls, you're courage is priceless in these situations.

schultzie · 09-02-2009, 09:51 PM

my best mate was in the first fire truck to go in to king lake and was assigned to save 3 houses, they didn't stand a chance so they just fended for them self, he said it was the worst thing he has ever experienced, he has just gone back out to fight them again tonight with his crew.

Spanrz · 09-02-2009, 10:11 PM

Anyone know how Yea is going? Or under direct threat?
I have a friend who has bunkered in the town, and one is sitting up on a hill at their home defending it (if needed) 2k's north.

ford man xf · 09-02-2009, 10:17 PM

I heard Healesville was evacuated earlier tonight?

Spanrz · 09-02-2009, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by ford man xf

I heard Healesville was evacuated earlier tonight?

Dam, you've just reminded me, my Mother's aunty is in Healesville.

A radio report at 4:30pm had conflicting stories if there was indeed a fire issue or not, so I didn't take any notice..wth!

Jason[98.EL] · 09-02-2009, 10:36 PM

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monday 9th Feb 2009

Coles to donate this Friday's profits to Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund

Coles will donate this friday's (13 Feb ) profits from its 750 stores nationally to the Government's Bushfire Appeal Fund in partnership with the Red Cross.

Customer's will also be able to donate to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund at all Coles stores . Donations can be made at all Coles checkouts from today.

Coles managing director Ian McLeod said the bushfire tragedy had touched a number of Coles Team members ,some of whome have lost loved ones in the fire , and a number that have lost their homes.

" like everyone in the community , we've been shocked by the devistation these fires have wrought , and we extend our deepest sympathies to those who've suffered loss in this terrible event," Mr McLeod said

Mr McLeod said the the size of this friday's donation would depend on customer support, but could be several million dollars.

"We hope Australians will help us make this Friday's donation as substantial as possible."

Coles has been helping ground level releif agencies, providing essentials such as food, water and toiletries, and will continue to provide additional local support as needed.

Further Information,
Jim Cooper
Ph: (03) 98294354

this was taken from a coles media release today

Jason