Australia is at war with bloody red flames
burning our land until charcoal remains
The volunteer fireman, our hero and hope
Risks his life through the billowing smoke
Through the crackling intensity and dreadful smell
His eyes are straining as he pushes through hell
For a moment he pauses and gazes around
To see wildlife perishing - ash to the ground
Thirsty and shocked animals whimper with pain
He realizes our fauna will never be the same
The fireman now grabs his water to share
with the wounded koala in a state of despair
Shattered, the fireman stares up in vain
Willing the heavens to send down rain
Though weariness shows on his blackened face
He won't allow fatigue to slow down his pace
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A salute to everyone involved in continuously protecting the people, the animals and the fauna. So much sadness for all that has been lost. Thank you