WEB NEWS - Online reactions to Australian wildfires
- 11 years ago
Today on the net, Australian web users report on the devastating wildfires. American Banksy fans protecting his New York City creations from vandalism. And an animation short celebrating 75 years of Superman…
Online reactions to Australian wildfires
Entire forests reduced to ashes and houses totally destroyed by flames … these spectacular images were posted online by residents of New South Wales in Australia and bear witness to the series of major wildfires that have ravaged the region over the past few days. The fires which have been caused by the unseasonably hot temperatures and strong winds and have prompted local authorities to declare a state of emergency are at the centre of discussion among Australian web users.
The government in New South Wales has teamed up with Google to create this interactive map so citizens can stay informed on where and how the fires are spreading. It also shows in which areas fire fighters have the flames under control and where they continue to rage.
And as is often the case, there has been a great show of solidarity online. The local branch of the Red Cross has launched donation appeals via social networks, to provide those who have lost everything in the wildfires with basic necessities.
This environmental group is asking web users to also spare a thought for all the wild animals caught up in the fires, asking people to leave bowls of water out for wildlife to keep them hydrated whilst fire fighters continue to battle the flames.
Banksy fans want to protect NYC graffitis
British graffiti artist Banksy is currently in New York City where he has undertaken a residency for October. His plan has been to turn the city into an open air gallery by prod... Go on reading on our web site.
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Online reactions to Australian wildfires
Entire forests reduced to ashes and houses totally destroyed by flames … these spectacular images were posted online by residents of New South Wales in Australia and bear witness to the series of major wildfires that have ravaged the region over the past few days. The fires which have been caused by the unseasonably hot temperatures and strong winds and have prompted local authorities to declare a state of emergency are at the centre of discussion among Australian web users.
The government in New South Wales has teamed up with Google to create this interactive map so citizens can stay informed on where and how the fires are spreading. It also shows in which areas fire fighters have the flames under control and where they continue to rage.
And as is often the case, there has been a great show of solidarity online. The local branch of the Red Cross has launched donation appeals via social networks, to provide those who have lost everything in the wildfires with basic necessities.
This environmental group is asking web users to also spare a thought for all the wild animals caught up in the fires, asking people to leave bowls of water out for wildlife to keep them hydrated whilst fire fighters continue to battle the flames.
Banksy fans want to protect NYC graffitis
British graffiti artist Banksy is currently in New York City where he has undertaken a residency for October. His plan has been to turn the city into an open air gallery by prod... Go on reading on our web site.
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