The last decade has seen a dramatic increase in the number, size and severity of bushfires in Victoria. In 2013 a major fire in the Grampians (to the east of this geocache) burnt through this area and across to Rocklands to the west.
If you look at the trees and scrub you will notice the bush is regenerating. Eucalypt trees are showing regeneration in the form of the growth of dormant shoots along the branches giving an unusual furry appearance. Shortly after the fire, Grass Trees were flowering prolifically, giving a display only seen after fire.
While bushfire is an integral part of Australia's environment, people have not adapted as well. Public awareness of the susceptibility of Australia to bush and grass fire is hightened after a fire, but it is generally short-lived.
When living or travelling in country Victoria during the hotter months, check the Fire Danger Rating daily and avoid high risk areas on days of higher fire danger, listen in to local radio for energency broadcasts, download the FireReady smart phone app to be alerted of nearby fires and call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667 if you see smoke to ascertain your fire risk.
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Keep an eye out as you are likely to see kangaroos and emus crossing the road and in the paddocks and bushland. Drive carefully, particularly at dawn and dusk.