The crisis in Australia is worsening as unprecedented bushfires cut thousands of people off from food, water, and fuel. It’s a new year, but not a happy one.
Massive queues have formed outside supermarkets along New South Wales’ south coast, hundreds of people lining up for three hours in the summer heat to purchase much needed supplies. Shelves are emptying quickly as panicked crowds buy up food and water, with stores struggling to restock.
“We’re working hard to keep stores on the South Coast replenished with key essentials for the local community,” Australian supermarket chain Woolworths wrote via Twitter on Tuesday morning local time. “All stores are currently open for trading with only our Bermagui store set to close at midday due to the planned evacuation of the town.” Read more…
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