We all are aware of the devastating bushfires in Australia that destroyed vast areas of properties, displaced thousands of people and killed half a billion animals. This heartbreaking natural tragedy saw several brave souls come forward to help those in need. From serving free meals to stranded victims to offering assistance to those injured, people are now doing everything in their capacity to fight this calamity.
Like, the family of late Steve Irwin who helped save and rescue 90,000 animals in danger. Steve Irwin, an Australian zookeeper and television personality who loved helping wildlife animals, died in 2006 after being injured by a stingray. Taking his legacy forward, the Irwin family helped rescue 90,000 animals in Australia including those falling victim to the ongoing wildfire devastation, reports ABC News.
The Irwin family including Steve’s widow Terri Irwin, and their children, daughter Bindi and son Robert Irwin own and operate Australia Zoo’s Wildlife Hospital. Bindi confirmed that they are treating animals as their conservation property is not endangered by fires.
“My parents dedicated our Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital to my beautiful grandmother. We will continue to honor her by being Wildlife Warriors and saving as many lives as we can,” the 21-year-old was quoted saying by CNN.
While the hospital has recently been busier than ever, the family is trying hard to save as many lives as possible. Their 90,000th patient is a platypus rescued from the inferno, who the family named “Ollie.”
They also rescued Blossom the possum who eventually died despite the hospital trying their level best to save her.
The family thanked people for reaching out and asked them to make donations if they wished to help:
Blossom is just one of the many animals killed in the deadly bushfires. The koala population in Australia is also highly affected by the wildfires. We pray for all the animal’s well-being and hope they are rescued safely.