Role of Individuals and Communities
The following are the roles of individuals, communities and governments in bushfires, presented in a bullet point format.
Individuals:
Groups/Communities:
Government:
Individuals:
- Evacuating people from the area
- Telling the authorities any information you may know
- Donating money
- Protecting your neighbour's property
- Helping with land clearing after the fire
- Volunteering for the CFA (97% of CFA workers are volunteers)
Groups/Communities:
- Grouping together to gather donations
- Helping people in the wreckages
- Ensure all houses are able to cope with bushfires in your community
Government:
- Providing food, water and financial support to those who need it
- Letting people know where the fire danger is and what towns are and are not safe
- Funding organisations such as the CFA
Sam the Koala became a national icon during the bushfires and a symbol of resilience for many Australians.