Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. Australia Experiencing An Exceptional Wildfire Season VOA News Wildfires are burning out of control in southeastern Australia. Thousands of people have already fled their homes but some have waited too long. The New South Wales Rural Fire Service has advised those who have not evacuated areas at risk that, "It is too late to leave. Seek shelter as the fire approaches." References Visible links Hidden links: 1. file://localhost/east-asia-pacific/australia-calls-3000-reservists-fire-threats-escalate .