Sunday, February 8, 2009

Australia in mourning - bushfire tragedy

My heart is heavy and prays for mercy as I write this, the death toll is 84 and expected to rise and at least 750 homes lost in Victoria. There are fires in NSW and SA also.
I have just heard a few raindrops on the roof to bring the high temps down here. We want rain but pray there is no lightning that starts fire. For more of the story please visit http://shabbyartboutique.blogspot.com/
Feb 10 am- death toll has risen to 173
Feb 10 pm death toll has risen to 181
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17 comments:

  1. the wild raspberryFebruary 8, 2009 at 4:30 AM

    how scary. may God bless you with a long and steady rain.
    chasity

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  2. LeslieFebruary 8, 2009 at 5:02 AM

    I am saddened by that news. Please stay safe. I will be praying for all you there.

    Hugs~~~~ Leslie

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  3. Cottage LifestyleFebruary 8, 2009 at 5:17 AM

    I thought about all my fellow Australian bloggers last night when I read the news of the fires online. Having lived in the Bay Area (California) and watched first hand a wiildfire take the homes of my friends (fortunately no deaths in that fire) and then visiting the ashes of their homes...my heart goes out to all affected. Take care, Renee

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  4. angelFebruary 8, 2009 at 8:58 AM

    I pray that rain quenches the fire, that the Lord saves those souls, He quells the flame on earth and ignites a new flame in our hearts.
    God have mercy.

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  5. Tea Time With MelodyFebruary 8, 2009 at 9:50 AM

    Every time I turn on the news I read or hear about this horrible fire in Australia. Living in California, we have had our share of wild fires and they are so devistating. My heart goes out to those people who have lost their homes and for the loved ones lost. May GOD be with them and their families in this great time of need.

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  6. A Bite of Country CupcakesFebruary 8, 2009 at 12:41 PM

    Oh the devastaion is just sooo widespred but Theyarra valley is leading the way.
    Kinglake being described as Holocaust and marysville all but gone 90% of homes burnt to rubble.
    It size and devastation was just unfathomable.
    My tweo friends Hubbys are fireys and have been so mentally exauhsted as much as Pysically.
    Hope the cooler weather brings some assistants

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  7. Susan BFebruary 8, 2009 at 7:26 PM

    So sorry the learn of the fires and devastation. Will be praying...hope the rain will come and help put the fires out. Please be safe. God bless.

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  8. MelanieFebruary 9, 2009 at 8:39 AM

    I've been thinking of you and the fires. What a tragedy! Hope none of your family was affected. I'll be praying for you all. Praying for rain and no lightening! ((Hugs))

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  9. .February 9, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    Praying and hoping! Thoughts are with you and everyone in your area! Hugs and Blessings Denise

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  10. blessingsFebruary 9, 2009 at 11:48 AM

    Wow - this is horrible! I'm so sorry that you're in the midst of it. Praying with you... Polly

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  11. Sweet Old VintageFebruary 9, 2009 at 5:00 PM

    Thanks for stopping in and my heart is with all of you and the pain at this time.... May God spread comfort and blessings on you all.... SO very nice to meet you.....

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  12. Karen ~ Cider AntiquesFebruary 9, 2009 at 8:30 PM

    Thank you for visiting me. We all hope that some relief comes your way quickly and the gentle rain continues. Our hearts go out to those communities and families that have lost so much. I can't imagine what they have gone through. So very tragic. Karen xoxoxo

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  13. countrycharismaFebruary 10, 2009 at 5:22 AM

    Thank you for visiting my blog! I have enjoyed yours this morning as I drink my coffee and ready for the day. We have been following the story of the fires here on the news. My heart goes out to those families; my prayers are with them.

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  14. Debra HallFebruary 10, 2009 at 9:16 AM

    Thank you so much for dropping by my blog...I came right over to read your news. My heart goes out to you and those families. Stay safe.
    Blessings, Debra

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  15. Ginger~~Enchanting CottageFebruary 10, 2009 at 10:21 AM

    I will pray for all the people close to this fire and everyone involved.
    God Bless,
    Ginger

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  16. Simply DebbieFebruary 11, 2009 at 2:47 AM

    JUST TO LET YOU KNOW I AM PRAYING FOR AUSTRALIA, THE FIRES, THE TRAGIC LOSS OF LIFE, AND FOR PROTECTION FOR ALL YOUR FIREMAN WHO ARE IN HARMS WAY BATLLING THESE FIRES..........I AM NEW TO BLOGGING SO I DON'T KNOW WHO IS WHO BUT THAT IT IS AN AWESOME GROUP OF WOMEN WHO WILL PRAY WHEN THEY SAY THEY ARE GONNA PRAY......
    BLESSINGS TO YOU MY FRIEND AND TO ALL THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN AFFECTED....LET THAT which the devil intended for evil BRING FORTH THE GOODNESS AND GLORY OF THE LORD.
    HUGS REAL TIGHT
    debbie

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  17. The Victorian ParlorFebruary 19, 2009 at 3:49 AM

    We are continuing to pray for everyone affected by this terrible tragedy.

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