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This afternoon I was sent this photo taken from above our town. In the foreground was one of the most badly burnt areas called Knysna Heights. I have drawn a little circle where we live. We were so lucky that the terrible wind decided not to blow our way. The hill on the right was also terribly burnt.
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crafter2243
18 Jun 2017
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I am glad you stayed save. Fires are horrible.
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First time I have ever been so close to fires like this
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Oh, my goodness. Utter devastation.
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Very, very sad
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dragonflyer
18 Jun 2017
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So very sad for those who have lost everything and for your town...so very happy that you are safe and sound...
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Thank you Kim
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Thank God you are alright Sarah. God bless all those firefighters who risked life and limb to try and save people's homes. I know there has been so much devastation. Love Chris
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500 homes gone.
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kustomkuddle
19 Jun 2017
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How awful. Such devastation. I am glad that you are safe. Praying those who have lost everything find peace and the help that they need.
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Thank you
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mranderson
19 Jun 2017
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How terrible for all these people. Fire is so devastating. So pleased to hear that you are OK Sarah. Hugs Marg
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We are fine, thank you Marg. Lovely to see you here
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sandralane
19 Jun 2017
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Sarah, glad you are safe, thanks for the photo. What devastation, yes fires destroy and thank god we have brave firemen, of which my husband was one in Australia before retiring some 12 years ago.. Sandra.
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I personally think that all firefighters are heroes. I am pleased for you that your husband is now retired and safe
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Glad your property was saved. Our hearts and prayers go out to everybody that suffered and lost everything. Hugs from Pretoria.
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We were so lucky. We did not even have to evacuate. Some people had to evacuate four times. We have been told that a few fires have started up again.
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Glad you were safe Sarah, saw a lot of the damage on Carte Blanche last night. My thought and prayers go out to those who lost love ones and pets. Hugs from Maureen
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Thank you Maureen. I actually could not watch CB last night. Knysna is mourning
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hightechgrammy
27 Jun 2017
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Sarah, I'm so sorry this happened to your community. Also glad it didn't come close to you. We live in a forest so we worry about fires.
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how terrible for all these people and animals. they sure can use our thoughts and prayers. I'm glad you are safe.
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dailylaundry
28 Jun 2017
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Oh Sarah - just now seeing this picture - how dreadful! I am so happy you and yours are safe! Such devastation!
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So very sad, 500 homes and a whole region will never forget the terror and loss as well as the kindness and help that people were able to help with, during and after the crisis. Hope and prayers continuing for all and that people will continue to do what they can for those who have a difficult losses to deal with. Pam