Australia on Fire - Water Bombers

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by Australian firefighters due to limited aircraft availability during an intense fire season. The Ryan family had to fight fires with minimal resources, highlighting the need for more aircraft. Greg Mullins, a former fire commissioner, warned the government about the lack of aircraft, leading to funding announcements by Scott Morrison. However, delays in aircraft arrival due to international leasing issues have exacerbated the situation. Experts suggest Australia should invest in a permanent fleet to combat overlapping fire seasons with North America.

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