Hey everyone! If you don’t already know, hundreds of bushfires have been occurring across the state for the past 2-3 months and are still happening up to this day (this also includes parts of Queensland too). Hundreds of lives have been affected. Wildlife, in particular koalas, have been wiped out by the bushfires. Countless national parks across the state has been burnt to a crisp and some highways have been shut down.
Rural towns are facing Stage 5 water crisis and only have a month’s supply worth of water left. Farmers have lost their farms and livelihood. The smoke from the bushfires have reached Sydney and Sydneysiders face smoke haze everyday. You can barely see the Sydney’s city skyline that’s how bad it is. Everytime I step outside the house, the air smells burnt, the sun is bright red and the light has a hint of dark orange. People who haven’t had asthma attacks in years are faced with them again due to the smoke in the air.
Down below is a video I took last week when I was on the train crossing the Harbour Bridge. There is no filter on this whatsoever- This is the actual haze that Sydneysiders face everyday. Those living in rural towns are facing worse conditions.
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This is just the tip of the iceberg. There are thousands of articles and news reports talking about the NSW bushfires online so feel free to read and/or watch those. Reports have said that this will only get worse as temperatures will rise up to 50 degrees during the Summer months.
Today I am posting this in the forums, not only to raise awareness to those who live in Victoria and Queensland, but also to tell everyone how you can help New South Wales during this catastrophic time. Climate change is a clear sign that Mother Nature needs our help!
This is just a short list of things that you can do to help people in New South Wales. At the moment, donating money is the best option to help NSW as this can help victims recover. Your money will go towards food, clothing and essentials and support to help people recover from the fires. But also help provide resources and supplies for our firefighters and volunteers.
It doesn’t matter how big or small your donation is. Your money can help those affected by the bushfires. You can even organise a fundraiser. Our firefighters need as many resources as much as possible. The temperature will rise up to 50 degrees this Summer and they need to be prepared for big fires across the state. Hundreds of families and farmers need money to recover during this time and also to prepare for the future.
Australian Red Cross Disaster Recovery and Relief Vinnies Bushfire Appeal Support the NSW Rural Fire Services and volunteers! Help communities rebuild! However, we understand not everyone can donate money. Check down below what other things you can donate. Donate your clothes to your nearest Vinnies! All proceeds will be donated to the bushfire victims.
Head down to your closest blood donation centre to donate blood. Check out the
https://www.donateblood.com.au/ website for blood donation centres near you!
The Rescue Collective on Facebook has a list of supplies they need for the bushfires (both for Queensland and New South Wales)
No donations? Not a problem. I've provided some suggestions down below on how you can help NSW. Check on your friends and family who live in NSW. The 'Fires Near Me' app has real time data for fires across Australia.
Let Scott Morrison
know that climate change is an issue that matters to you!
Participate in Climate Strikes in your state and demand for action! Our government needs to know that something needs to be done about the fires in Australia.
Or simply spread the word to others on how you can help New South Wales! It is absolutely gobsmacking to see what is happening to our state. NSW would appreciate any type of help so that families, communities and wildlife can recover during this time and prepare for the rest of the Summer. Thank you!