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Battle Of The Bog |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada 
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  ~*~ Burns Bog is the largest undeveloped urban landmass in North America, and is thus constantly threatened by human development.It is located in Delta, British Columbia, Canada. The ecologically sensitive bog is home to more than 200 species of migratory birds. Some parts of Burns Bog is privately owned and it continues to be threatened by unwanted development. Since inception in 1988, the Burns Bog Conservation Society has been focused on protecting it for future generations. The smoke can be seen as far as Bellingham in Washington, it's really a sad situation. http://news.bellinghamherald.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20050914/NEWS05/509140330 |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
My family lives in Richmond so I am wondering if they are getting any of that smoke. Fire is unbelievably destructive. I can imagine the screams of the poor creatures that are dying in it. The loss of flora and fauna and how the delicate eco systems of the bog are being affected, bog-gles one's mind! I checked out the two links you gave, and that bog is, or rather, was, beautiful. I pray that the fires will soon be snuffed out!  Linda |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Hey Sharon, how did this burn begin? by natural forces or human intervention? It's one I am not familiar with, so I thank you for the info. from your link: BURNS BOG FIRE DATA SIZE OF THE FIRE: More than 500 acres affected as of Tuesday night. CAUSE: Unknown. SIZE OF THE BOG: More than 5,900 acres. Most of it is protected as a conservation area. CONTENTS OF THE BOG: Home to more than 28 species of mammals, 175 species of birds and at least 257 plant species. Twenty-four ecosystems |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
When I was a kid, I loved swamps (sophisticated people called them bogs..lol) I still do, even as I teeter on the brink of geezerhood, I find them enchanting, from their mucky bottoms to the top of the highest flying dragonflies wings....They are simply beautiful...This one sounds like no exception... Thank you for writing about it, Sharon... --------------ice ><> [This message has been edited by ice (09-14-2005 09:34 PM).] |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
How tragic. I suppose there is no way to stop it. If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Hi! That bog is protected but prime real estate, so I sure have my own idea how this fire started but what a sad thing. You have to see all the different animals and birds there to believe it. I contribute every year to the Burns Bog Conservation Society, because of their great work and great family events. http://www.burnsbog.org/ I live miles away from this fire and the smell is horrible! Downtown Vancouver looked like Los Angeles on a bad day  for two days and the soot it sends in the air is bothering people's breathing. Earth Angel - Richmond businesses had to close because the quality of breathing was compromised, so yes, they got it! Here is a link to further tell you about the Bog fire. It is very sad to those of us that want so hard to preserve some natural surroundings for the future. http://www.mytelus.com/news/article.do?pageID=news_home&articleID=2029601 Ice ~ You mean I have a real swamp up here? Awesome! Wait until I tell Serenity! Larry, these fires can get underground in the root system, and although they have fought this for days, they only do it during they day, so it could still be days until they get this under control. Dang shame. |
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Angelheart Senior Member
since 2005-09-08
Posts 754Jacksonville,FL USA |
oh wow, very interesting. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Thanks for the link. After reading it I phoned my parents and fortunately, they are not being affected by the smoke. I hope it stays that way!  Linda |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Sharon, the Bog is another terrible example of just how far out of balance things are. I hope it is not too late for Mother Earth to prove her point. Thanks for the caring and sensitively written piece. ....jo[This message has been edited by iliana (09-15-2005 03:37 AM).] |
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Obsidian Snow Member
since 2005-08-24
Posts 88 |
Very sad indeed. |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Sharon, I'm so sad to hear of this fire. It breaks my heart that so much of our natural land and resources are being either developed or destroyed. The poor little animals, what a crying shame. Please keep us informed. I'm sure there's a story behind this fire. Hugs and try to stay indoors. Marti Living simply here in the mountains! |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
I have been there and been blessed to see its beauty....I pray that they get it out before it destroys much more....Thank you, so much, for sharing this information...**big hugs** |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
The 200-hectare fire is being battled by Delta firefighters and water-bombed from above by the B.C. Forest Service. The cause is still under investigation. It's trying to rain today so I hope that helps a bit. What a darn shame, some of those animals and birds are no where to be found here but in that sanctuary. |
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