This is a story I would have loved to have read about 30 years ago..
As a bush worker for 20 years, I have heard so many tales from extremist saying how bad fuel reduction burns are. How devastating to fauna and flora they are. Your opening post showed some of that brainwashing.
But as you had a front row seat to reality, you have seen, and will see the truth. You have seen the wildlife cope. You have seen the birds delight in the benefits. Now after all this rain you will see the regrowth as it happens. You will see trees come back to life. You will see animals you have never seen before..
You'll also have the benefit of knowing that you have 98% less chance of having your house burn down during the fire season.
So JDuding. Get out there with your camera. Document all that you observe with film (Digital anyway) And just love it.
And another thought.... You'll have less chance of seeing someone like me on a 40 degree day, wearing overalls, risking my life to save you precious house block.