victoria on fire

it's such an overwhelming time here in Victoria with fires still raging and so much devastation left behind. although the firewall itself was incredibly quick, the full extent of the deaths and damage to property has slowly come to light over the past two days. it is a feeling of shock. of vulnerability. the dryness of this land is astounding. my prayers are with those people who have lost their lives or lost those whom they love and those who have lost their belongings.