The Great Fire of 2020: The Australian Bushfires

What happens when an entire continent feels like a barbecue pit?

In late 2019 and early 2020, Australia experienced bushfires so massive they were visible from space.

Over 46 million acres burned—yes, that’s bigger than South Korea.

The fires weren’t just hot; they were apocalyptic.

Koalas were rescued in tea towels.

Kangaroos ran for their lives.

It was chaos.

So, what caused this inferno?

A perfect storm: record-breaking heat, severe drought, and strong winds.

Climate change didn’t just knock—it kicked the door down.

Lightning strikes and even some arson added fuel to the fire.

Literally.

Australia’s fire season was always intense, but this one was like turning the oven to 500°F and forgetting

the turkey.

The damage?

Catastrophic.

Over 3,500 homes destroyed, 33 people dead, and nearly 3 billion animals affected.

Yes, billion—with a B.

Entire ecosystems were wiped out.

Smoke reached South America.

It was like nature’s version of a horror movie, except the monsters were real and had eucalyptus-scented breath.

Australia was hurting, and the world watched in disbelief.

But amid the ashes, heroes rose.

Firefighters battled flames for months.

Volunteers rescued animals, cooked meals, and raised millions.

Celebrities donated, and global aid poured in.

Australia’s spirit didn’t burn—it blazed with resilience.

The fires were a wake-up call, not just for Aussies, but for all of us.

Because when one forest burns, we all feel the heat.