Millions of animals are dying from the Australian wildfires
5 years ago

Millions of animals are dying from the Australian wildfires

CNN  

CNN — In a grim video posted on Twitter, a man drives into the fire-ravaged town of Batlow, in the Australian state of New South Wales. “There are substantial concerns about the capacity of these to rebound from the fires.” Flames, food, and predators The team at the University of Sydney came to their conclusion by using estimates of NSW mammal population density in 2007 in order to estimate how many animals have been affected by the 4.9 million hectares that have been set alight in the state this fire season. “A wombat can run 30 kilometers, he can run that fast short distances – and then he burns.” Other species don’t die from the flames or smoke, but instead from the fire’s aftermath. “The big issue is that feral cats and red foxes hone in on fire front – they come in and pick off animals, it’s an open hunting area,” said Dickman, from the University of Sydney. “Then all it takes is one event and it’s gone – a fire, drought, whatever.” Video Ad Feedback Watch this thirsty koala guzzle a cyclist's water bottle 01:07 - Source: CNN Climate crisis and recovery in a changing landscape These animals’ recovery depends not only on their population size, but also on the condition of their habitat.

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Black Summer biodiversity study suggests rethink of prescribed burns and fire management in Australia
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Black Summer biodiversity study suggests rethink of prescribed burns and fire management in Australia

ABC  

How often and where prescribed burning takes place needs a rethink if Australia's plants and animals are to be preserved, according to a study of biodiversity loss due to the Black Summer fires. Dr Fontaine said the new study suggested a greater need to consider biodiversity risk when planning prescribed burns, but should also be validated in areas other than …

A wildfire raging for a week in eastern Australia claims a life and razes more than 50 homes
1 year, 2 months ago

A wildfire raging for a week in eastern Australia claims a life and razes more than 50 homes

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A wildfire is suspected to …

Two dead, dozens homes destroyed as bushfires rage across eastern Australia
1 year, 2 months ago

Two dead, dozens homes destroyed as bushfires rage across eastern Australia

India Today  

Two people were killed and dozens of homes were destroyed in bushfires raging across Australia's northern Queensland state, as firefighters travelled from across the country and from New Zealand to try and contain the out-of-control blazes. Residents have been told to evacuate from two massive bushfires in the southeast portion of Queensland, even as dozens of fires continue to burn …

Over 158,000 animals died in stable fires last year
1 year, 8 months ago

Over 158,000 animals died in stable fires last year

NL Times  

More than 158,000 animals died last year due to barn fires where the animals were kept. On average, about 3,675 animals died per barn fire, with 43 such incidents counted last year. In 2020, insurers recorded 54 barn fires with a total of 108,794 dead animals, an average of 2,015 per fire. For example, they believe there should be a …

Wooroloo bushfire aftermath leaves West Australian native wildlife carers traumatised
3 years, 10 months ago

Wooroloo bushfire aftermath leaves West Australian native wildlife carers traumatised

ABC  

This month's Wooroloo bushfire disaster in Western Australia not only destroyed 86 homes, it also killed countless native animals. Key points: Wildlife carers have sprung to action to help save native animals injured in the Wooroloo bushfire On average five kangaroos a day have had to be euthanased Toodyay wildlife carers have set up a makeshift burns unit to treat …

Over 60,000 Koalas Were Affected by Australia's Deadly 'Black Summer' Bushfires
4 years, 1 month ago

Over 60,000 Koalas Were Affected by Australia's Deadly 'Black Summer' Bushfires

News 18  

More than 60,000 koalas among three billion animals were impacted during Australia’s devastating 2019-20 ‘Black Summer’ bushfires, a report released on Monday revealed. The report, ‘Impacts of the unprecedented 2019-2020 bushfires on Australian animals’ found about 143 million mammals, 2.46 billion reptiles, 181 million birds, and 51 million frogs lived in the areas hit by the fires. According to the …

More than 60,000 koalas killed or hurt in Australia’s bushfires
4 years, 1 month ago

More than 60,000 koalas killed or hurt in Australia’s bushfires

Al Jazeera  

WWF says number is ‘deeply disturbing’ given the animal has already been in steep decline. “Sixty thousand koalas impacted is a deeply disturbing number for a species already in trouble,” O’Gorman said in a statement. “We cannot afford to lose koalas on our watch.” The bushfires that swept across southeastern Australia from September 2019 and into the early part of …

About Three Billion Animals Harmed in Australian Bushfires, WWF Says
4 years, 5 months ago

About Three Billion Animals Harmed in Australian Bushfires, WWF Says

News 18  

Nearly 3 billion koalas, kangaroos and other native Australian animals were killed or displaced by bushfires in 2019 and 2020, a study by the World Wide Fund for Nature said, triple the group's earlier estimates. Some 143 million mammals, 2.46 billion reptiles, 180 million birds and 51 million frogs were impacted by the country's worst bushfires in decades, the WWF …

Three billion animals affected by Australia bushfires: WWF
4 years, 5 months ago

Three billion animals affected by Australia bushfires: WWF

The Hindu  

Nearly 3 billion koalas, kangaroos and other native Australian animals were killed or displaced by bushfires in 2019 and 2020, a study by the World Wide Fund for Nature said on Tuesday, triple the group’s earlier estimates. Some 143 million mammals, 2.46 billion reptiles, 180 million birds and 51 million frogs were impacted by the country’s worst bushfires in decades, …

WWF Study Shows Nearly 3 Billion Animals Killed or Displaced in Australian Bushfires of 2019 & 2020
4 years, 5 months ago

WWF Study Shows Nearly 3 Billion Animals Killed or Displaced in Australian Bushfires of 2019 & 2020

News 18  

Nearly 3 billion animals, including mammals, reptiles and birds, were either killed or displaced during Australia's devastating bushfire season of 2019 and 2020, a new study by the World Wide Fund for Nature said on Tuesday, revealing for the first time the scale of the impact on the country's wildlife. Almost 143 million mammals, 2.46 billion reptiles, 180 million birds, …

Australia fires: Nearly three billion animals killed or displaced
4 years, 5 months ago

Australia fires: Nearly three billion animals killed or displaced

CNN  

CNN — Nearly three billion animals were killed or displaced by Australia’s devastating bushfires – almost triple the figure estimated in January – according to a report released Tuesday. Researchers are still working to finalize the report, titled “Australia’s 2019-2020 Bushfires: The Wildlife Toll,” but the three billion figure is not likely to change, according to a WWF statement. “When …

3 billion animals killed or displaced in Black Summer bushfires, study estimates
4 years, 5 months ago

3 billion animals killed or displaced in Black Summer bushfires, study estimates

ABC  

Almost 3 billion koalas, kangaroos and other animals are estimated to have been killed or displaced in Australia's 'Black Summer' bushfires, according to an updated study trebling the previous estimate of 1 billion. Key points: Scientists revised the figure up after calculating the effects of fire outside NSW and on additional species The estimate includes 2.46 billion reptiles and 180 …

The size of Australia's bushfire crisis captured in five big numbers
4 years, 10 months ago

The size of Australia's bushfire crisis captured in five big numbers

ABC  

Many Australians just lost their summer, thanks to the recent bushfire crisis. To put that in some perspective, in New South Wales alone more than 5.4 million hectares have been burned, said Ben Shepherd from the NSW Rural Fire Service. "An average fire season here in New South Wales is typically at around 300,000 hectares," Inspector Shepherd said. "The first …

Counting the cost of Australia's horror bushfire season
4 years, 11 months ago

Counting the cost of Australia's horror bushfire season

Daily Mail  

More than one billion animals have been killed in the bushfire crisis which has destroyed extensive areas of critical habitat across the country. Scroll down for video Koala populations have been severely affected by the fires, with an estimated 8,000 being killed in northern NSW in addition to the 30,000 destroyed on Kangaroo Island Data published on Monday by the …

The Macabre Science of Mass Animal Die-Offs
4 years, 11 months ago

The Macabre Science of Mass Animal Die-Offs

Wired  

Unfolding right now across swaths of Australia is an ecological catastrophe, as massive, turbo-charged fires reduce whole landscapes to nothingness. We’ll never know the true toll of this mass mortality event, or MME as scientists call it, but we know this: The cadavers that litter the Australian landscape are now rotting, kicking off a cascade of ecological consequences and potentially …

Australia wildfires: Hundreds of koalas being treated as animals spotted ‘curled up and shut down’ across fire-ravaged region
4 years, 11 months ago

Australia wildfires: Hundreds of koalas being treated as animals spotted ‘curled up and shut down’ across fire-ravaged region

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Hundreds of koalas are being …

Inside the race to protect 250 threatened species hit by bushfire
4 years, 11 months ago

Inside the race to protect 250 threatened species hit by bushfire

ABC  

Ecologists have calculated that at least 6 million hectares of habitat that is home to at least 250 different threatened species has now gone up in smoke. Key points: About 70 threatened species lost more than half their habitat to recent bushfires Of the 250 overall species to lose habitat, 25 are listed as critically endangered and include plants, birds, …

Australia wildfires: ‘You can’t walk 10 metres without coming across another carcass,’ says animal charity
4 years, 11 months ago

Australia wildfires: ‘You can’t walk 10 metres without coming across another carcass,’ says animal charity

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “In some places you can’t walk 10 metres without coming across another carcass.” The charity has rescued animals on …

Australia wildfires: Carrots and sweet potatoes airdropped to wallabies in fire-ravaged region
4 years, 11 months ago

Australia wildfires: Carrots and sweet potatoes airdropped to wallabies in fire-ravaged region

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Thousands of kilograms of food has been delivered to …

A continent on fire: on Australia wildfires
5 years ago

A continent on fire: on Australia wildfires

The Hindu  

Australia’s catastrophic fire season that began in August last year is unprecedented, and has caused large scale destruction, mainly in New South Wales and Queensland. In a world set to warm at least half a degree more in coming decades, Australia’s encounters with devastating fires could become more frequent, perhaps even once in eight years, making large parts of the …

NSW bushfires mean more than a billion animals 'dead or displaced', experts say
5 years ago

NSW bushfires mean more than a billion animals 'dead or displaced', experts say

ABC  

Over a billion animals have been killed or displaced in bushfires throughout NSW this season, and "hundreds of billions" of insects have also died, according to leading wildlife experts. Key points: Some species in NSW are likely extinct before being discovered and documented Cats and foxes pose a significant threat because trees — a typical refuge — have been destroyed …

Australians urged to evacuate as monster bushfires regenerate
5 years ago

Australians urged to evacuate as monster bushfires regenerate

Al Jazeera  

Hot temperatures and high winds expected to fan flames of blazes that have devastated parts of country since September. The Rural Fire Service in New South Wales state told fire-weary community meetings in coastal communities south of Sydney that northwesterly winds were likely to drive blazes towards the coast once again. “Don’t get complacent from the rain we have had …

Australia to kill up to 10,000 Camels amid wildfires: Report
5 years ago

Australia to kill up to 10,000 Camels amid wildfires: Report

Deccan Chronicle  

Sydney: Authorities in Australia will begin five-day campaign to kill thousands of camels in the country as they drink too much water amid the wildfires. The government will send helicopters to kill up to 10,000 camels in a five-day campaign starting Wednesday, The Hill reported citing The Australian. Marita Baker, an Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara executive board member, said that the …

Australia commits billions of dollars to wildfire recovery
5 years ago

Australia commits billions of dollars to wildfire recovery

India TV News  

Australia’s government on Monday said it was willing to pay “whatever it takes” to help communities recover from deadly wildfires that have ravaged the country. If more is needed and the cost is higher, then more will be provided.” Morrison’s announcement of the funds, which will go toward rebuilding towns and infrastructure destroyed by the fires, came as authorities said …

Australia Wildfires Have Claimed 25 Lives And Will Burn For Months, Officials Say
5 years ago

Australia Wildfires Have Claimed 25 Lives And Will Burn For Months, Officials Say

NPR  

Australia Wildfires Have Claimed 25 Lives And Will Burn For Months, Officials Say Enlarge this image toggle caption Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images Australia's government is offering new help to people who have lost their homes and others affected by bushfires that have burned millions of acres of land. Fire officials in New South Wales …

The Irwin family is working to save the animals injured in the Australia wildfires
5 years ago

The Irwin family is working to save the animals injured in the Australia wildfires

CNN  

CNN — The Irwin family is continuing the Crocodile Hunter’s legacy of rescuing and saving wildlife in danger. Terri and Robert Irwin, Steve Irwin’s widow and son, spoke with “Anderson Cooper Full Circle” on Monday about the impact Australia’s devastating wildfires are having on the nation’s vulnerable animals. “It’s so devastating and heartbreaking for us to see that all across …

8,000 koalas perish in the bushfires sweeping across Australia
5 years ago

8,000 koalas perish in the bushfires sweeping across Australia

Daily Mail  

The devastating wildfires sweeping across Australia could force some of the country’s best-loved animals to the brink of extinction, scientists warn. Another creature under threat is the potoroo, a hare-size wallaby – its habitat in New South Wales’s Ngunya Jargoon forest has been destroyed. A dehydrated one is pictured being given water at Port Macquarie Koala Hospital in New South …

Dead livestock paint grim picture of fire devastation and logistical challenges of recovery effort
5 years ago

Dead livestock paint grim picture of fire devastation and logistical challenges of recovery effort

ABC  

Images of fleeing kangaroos and dehydrated koalas have captured the world's attention during Australia's bushfire crisis — but heartbreaking photos of perished livestock paint an equally devastating picture. Key points: Tens of thousands of livestock are likely to have perished in the bushfires Their carcasses are scattered across fire-devastated communities, with agricultural body Agforce saying there are biosecurity and health …

‘A shape in the ash’: Bushfires destroy Australian wildlife
5 years ago

‘A shape in the ash’: Bushfires destroy Australian wildlife

Al Jazeera  

Rescuers race to save animals in distress amid reports that half a billion mammals, bird and reptiles have died. “The scope of these fires is something we’ve never experienced before,” said Lett, whose work with the Australian wildlife rescue group, WIRES, often involves searching for survivors amid the ashes. “For the past six weeks, what we’re seeing is mass abandonment …

'Millions of sparks': Bushfires raging across Australia prompt govt to conduct evacuations as authorities predict blaze may worsen with strong winds
5 years ago

'Millions of sparks': Bushfires raging across Australia prompt govt to conduct evacuations as authorities predict blaze may worsen with strong winds

Firstpost  

Wildfires raging across Australia have prompted one of the largest evacuations in the country’s history as what is already the worst season on record is likely to become even more devastating due to hot weather and strong winds Sydney: Wildfires raging across Australia have prompted one of the largest evacuations in the country’s history as what is already the worst …

Australia wildfires: Navy evacuates hundreds trapped on beaches as increasing temperatures threaten further destruction
5 years ago

Australia wildfires: Navy evacuates hundreds trapped on beaches as increasing temperatures threaten further destruction

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mark Jones, chief officer of the South Australian Country …

‘Millions of sparks': Weather raises Australia’s fire danger
5 years ago

‘Millions of sparks': Weather raises Australia’s fire danger

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Wildfires raging across Australia have prompted one of the largest evacuations in the country’s history as what is already the worst season on record is likely to become even more devastating due to hot weather and strong winds. The early and devastating start to Australia’s summer wildfires has already burned about 5 million hectares of land, left at …

Australia wildfires: Half a billion animals and plants killed as glaciers turn black
5 years ago

Australia wildfires: Half a billion animals and plants killed as glaciers turn black

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The wildfire crisis ravaging Australia has wreaked environmental havoc since it began in September, wiping …

Australia bushfires: Death toll mounts to 16, hundreds of homes destroyed
5 years ago

Australia bushfires: Death toll mounts to 16, hundreds of homes destroyed

India TV News  

Three more people lost their lives in the raging Australian bushfires on Wednesday, bringing the total number of deaths since October to 16 in deadly blazes that have forced thousands to seek refuge due to the worst fire crisis that has hit the country in decades. "Police have confirmed a further three deaths as a result of the fires on …

Fires in Australia: Seven people have died in the past 24 hours
5 years ago

Fires in Australia: Seven people have died in the past 24 hours

CNN  

CNN — Seven people have died in the past 24 hours in the Australian state of New South Wales as blazing wildfires continue to tear through bushland and towns. Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images A Royal Australian Navy MH-60R Seahawk "Romeo" helicopter refuels onboard HMAS Adelaide during Operation Bushfire Assist, on Sunday, January 5, in this image provided by the …

Koalas are likely dying by the hundreds as Australian wildfires tear across their habitat
5 years, 1 month ago

Koalas are likely dying by the hundreds as Australian wildfires tear across their habitat

CNN  

CNN — The wildfires torching southern Australia have wiped out much of the koala population, stoking fears that the national icon is getting closer to extinction. “In what is a national tragedy, the bushfires in and around Port Macquarie in November devastated a genetically diverse koala population,” Port Macquarie Koala Hospital said. “As many as 350 koalas have perished, with …

South Australia bushfires: Schools close as ‘catastrophic’ fires threaten homes and lives
5 years, 1 month ago

South Australia bushfires: Schools close as ‘catastrophic’ fires threaten homes and lives

CNN  

CNN — Deadly bushfires have ravaged parts of Australia in recent weeks, whipped up by soaring temperatures, strong winds and the worst drought in decades. More than 100 schools have closed in South Australia as catastrophic fire conditions threatened seven districts across the state Wednesday, including the Mount Lofty Ranges and Mid North, near to the state’s capital Adelaide which …

Australia fires: More than 60 blazes are burning in the state of New South Wales in Australia
5 years, 1 month ago

Australia fires: More than 60 blazes are burning in the state of New South Wales in Australia

CNN  

CNN — Fire officials are warning of “catastrophic fire danger” as firefighters battle dozens of blazes raging across the Australian state of New South Wales. Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images A Royal Australian Navy MH-60R Seahawk "Romeo" helicopter refuels onboard HMAS Adelaide during Operation Bushfire Assist, on Sunday, January 5, in this image provided by the Australian Department of Defence. …

‘National tragedy’: Hundreds of koalas feared dead in Australian wildfire
5 years, 2 months ago

‘National tragedy’: Hundreds of koalas feared dead in Australian wildfire

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “If we look at a 50 per cent survival …

Hundreds of koalas feared dead in Australian bushfires
5 years, 2 months ago

Hundreds of koalas feared dead in Australian bushfires

CNN  

CNN — More than 350 koalas are feared to have been killed by bushfires in Australia’s New South Wales state, animal experts say. The blazes – which have been burning near the coastal township of Port Macquarie since Monday – have destroyed more than 2,000 hectares of koala heartland, CNN affiliate 9News reported. Local animal experts Koala Hospital Port Macquarie …

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