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Hercules, Avro RJ85 and several others about
There's a large (hundreds of hectares) grass fire a few kilometers North of us.
Abovementioned aircraft are bombing red fire retardant. Bulldozers etc creating fire breaks.
Air has been still, but unfortunately North wind is forecast to pick up.
They've evacuated people from the two towns directly to our North.
We're on "Watch and act" notice.
Abovementioned aircraft are bombing red fire retardant. Bulldozers etc creating fire breaks.
Air has been still, but unfortunately North wind is forecast to pick up.
They've evacuated people from the two towns directly to our North.
We're on "Watch and act" notice.
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Re: Hercules, Avro RJ85 and several others about
Thanks Larry
The air cranes and other helicopters can be heard constantly since the fixed wings moved on.
Temperature has dropped to 37.3°c but the wind is picking up. They say that this means rapid change may happen.
Trouble is, the fire is partially in steep gullies where the trucks can't get in.
There is a relief centre in our town, so if they advise so, we'll go there pronto. Essentials ready on the table for a quick exit.
The air cranes and other helicopters can be heard constantly since the fixed wings moved on.
Temperature has dropped to 37.3°c but the wind is picking up. They say that this means rapid change may happen.
Trouble is, the fire is partially in steep gullies where the trucks can't get in.
There is a relief centre in our town, so if they advise so, we'll go there pronto. Essentials ready on the table for a quick exit.
Re: Hercules, Avro RJ85 and several others about
You and Mrs Airspeed keep safe. Best wishes.
John
John
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Re: Hercules, Avro RJ85 and several others about
Dropped to 37.3 ? What on earth temperature was it before ?
Re: Hercules, Avro RJ85 and several others about
Mike, it seems like Oz is having some extreme wx right now.Take care. EricT
Now at the age where I know I like girls but can't remember why!
Re: Hercules, Avro RJ85 and several others about
Hoping that everything turns out well for you, Mike.
Brian
Brian
Re: Hercules, Avro RJ85 and several others about
OMG Mike, 2019 is not turning out to be a good year and sincerely hope that you are not faced with having to evacuate.
There are many countries like yours that are susceptible to these 'Wild Fires' as they are known, fortunately you have the services that are able to deal with this and really hope that you and your wife are going to be OK.
Keep us informed.
Regards
Nigel.
There are many countries like yours that are susceptible to these 'Wild Fires' as they are known, fortunately you have the services that are able to deal with this and really hope that you and your wife are going to be OK.
Keep us informed.
Regards
Nigel.
I used to be an optimist but with age I am now a grumpy old pessimist.
Re: Hercules, Avro RJ85 and several others about
Keep safe Mike and family
Graham
Graham
Re: Hercules, Avro RJ85 and several others about
And there was me full of self-pity last night because I fell over on the snow during the dog walk and bruised my hip! Sounds trite, but stay safe my friend and keep us posted if you can.