bushfires in Australia– factsheet

The ‘Black Summer’ of 2019-20 was characterized by catastrophic bushfires which were completely unprecedented in their intensity and frequency. Thanks to more than three decades of committed partnership on the ground, IFAW was able to respond immediately with veterinary equipment, supplies, medicine, food and more. As the fires escalated, IFAW’s international Disaster Response and Risk Reduction team deployed to Australia to increase capacity and expand relief efforts.