"There is the potential for explosive bush fires..."

Weather Stuff:

The temps are on the rise and humidity is low, which is bad news for fire fighters. Interestingly though, behind this rather warm change is a large cold air field which will bring cold temps and possible highland snow for the weekend.

I have been seriously observing the weather since about 13 years old and the last few years have been largely outside of what I would expect to see. I know we hear heaps about global warming and stuff like that, but things have certainly changed lately. I’m not fully convinced this is entirely due to global effects, but my thinking is starting to change.

This spring/summer could be the worst conditions Tassie has ever experienced on record. With the winter rains failing and the dim forecast of extreme dry and high temps to come, things are going to be tuff over the coming months. The parts of Tassie, (SE & East Coast), which could be most effected by bushfires have also been most effected by low rainfalls. My thoughts turn to how much available water will be on hand to fight any fires that may occur? Often the rivers down that way are simply dry rock sprees during summer. Unfortunately, I fear that Tassie is in for a ‘hellish’ summer if these conditions continue with terrible bushfires, water restrictions and possible power shortages. I know it sounds a little over the top, but that’s certainly my fears and if they don’t eventuate, then great! Let’s hope I’m wrong.

Fishing Stuff:

Recently stayed at Arthurs for 3 nights and 10 trout were landed. We arrived late arvo Sunday and I managed to entice a nice trout with a cocky before the winds became too strong caused by the approaching cold front. The next day seen the good ol’ Westerly winds arrive. I caught a 3lb trout on the black ‘n’ gold spinner during the morning session. The afternoon session was spent at Woods Lake. Dad landed 1 and I landed 2, dragging them out of the breakers on spinners. For the final session of the day, Dad landed 1 and I landed 2 more, all on Huey’s. So I was pretty happy with 5 for the day. Tuesday seen the weather change to summer-like conditions and the fish went off the feed. Dad managed to land 2 nice trout in the evening session, both on cockys to bring his total to 4.

Simon fished the Forth river on Monday night and landed a trout on a totally black spinner. Andrew K and I fished the Mersey on Tuesday night and I landed a nice 3lb trout. Also, thanks to the young Constable for his community policing.

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