What is it about Victoria and bushfires?

The Victorian bushfires that have raged over the last few days have resulted in at least 84 deaths and 750 homes lost. In loss of lives this is now the worst ever disaster of its type in Australia. We can read about it and see the images on TV but it remains beyond comprehension for any but those amongst it.


This image shows flames extending some hundreds of feet into the sky. Other than that, it is defies description.