Have I been near a bushfire? I don't publicise what I do in these times, but yes, I attempted (and got about half way) to pick up a person and her dog from Mallacoota today. This person lost everything in the fires. I don't know her but was asked by a friend if I could help. I did it at my significant cost.
I still don't agree with you, but I take my hat off to you for doing that.
No, I'm not one of those outraged city types who haven't a clue about the bush
Neither am I.