I'm surprised they didn't mention all the decaying material being added to the mix by the melting of ice and resulting exposure and thawing of organic material.

Yeah, that'll give it a spike!

What's going on in Australia this summer reminds me of the rumblings of a volcano - just before it blows.

What preparatory steps should we take? Forget saving the planet, just on a personal level. Is it too early for solar electrified security fencing around the vegie patch and chicken coop?