Saturday, 11 March 2023

Fire Drill for Thomas and Isabella!

Plagued by drought - fire is a threat!

Down Under sparks can fly unchecked

For many months throughout the year

Fierce  northern winds engender fear …

 

South Australia – driest State

Where bush fires often escalate

Wreaking havoc as they go

A phenomenon all Aussies know …

 

So, I was very pleased to see

My little ones on special spree

Keenly watching fire drill

As handling hoses needs great skill.

 

Water - such a precious source,

With walls of flame – par for the course…

There are water hydrants everywhere

But do not park in front! Beware!

 

Though young, our two are made aware

Of fire, so they can prepare;

Australia has a haunting grace

But fire can scorch her pretty face …


(c) Poet in the woods 2023





at the CFS (Country Fire Service)

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