RAINBOW, Calif. (KGTV) — The wildfires in Australia destroyed many parts of the Outback. But they have also touched off a massive wave of support around the world. Everyone is searching for ways to help not just the families and firefighters, but the animals deprived of their homes.
A woman from the tiny town of Rainbow is hoping her handiwork will help the Australian wildlife in a big way.
Symphony Ariosta, 31, is a true animal lover.
"I love animals. If I could, I would run a rescue myself," Ariosta said. "I figure if I can't, then why not use my talents and trades to help the ones that need it?"
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The ones in need right now are in Australia. Scientists at the University of Sydney estimate at least one billion animals have been killed in the months-long wildfires. Seeing the images of the animals and the flames on the news reminded Ariosta of the tragedy her family experienced in the 2007 Rice Canyon Fire in Fallbrook.
"It's heartbreaking," Ariosta said. "I feel, no matter where in the world you are, if you can help, why not?"