Australian Bush Fires Point at Climate Change
Australia has declared a state of emergency for the state of New South Wales (NSW) along with a catastrophic fire warning — the highest level of bush fire danger — in light of widespread bushfires.
Bushfires are a routine occurrence in the country, but this bushfire season is believed to be the worst and has started even before the beginning of the Southern Hemisphere summer.
What is Different about this Year’s Bushfire Season?
- The Australian climate is hot, dry and prone to droughts, at any time of the year, hence, some parts of Australia are prone ....
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