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This is not normal: what’s different about the NSW mega fires
I write this piece reluctantly, because there are still possible fire victims unaccounted for; people have lost loved ones; and hundreds of families have lost their homes.
My heart goes out to them.
- Greg Mullins
- The Sydney Morning Herald
I don’t want to detract in any way from the vital safety messages that our fire commissioners and Premier will be making about Tuesday’s fire potential.
Everyone needs to heed the fire service warnings to prepare, to have a plan, and to leave early if you’re not properly prepared.
Know that the best firefighters in the world – volunteer and paid – will be out in force from NSW agencies and interstate to do battle with the…