31.   Two new fractures opened up on Monday, easing pressure and slowing the advance of the lava toward towns on the slopes.

32.   When pumps failed, passengers joined crewmen in bucket brigades that made a desperate attempt to slow the advance of the fire.

33.   News of the revolt in PNG flowed immediately to the Australian Stock Exchange where brokers said it helped to slow the advance of share prices.

34.   The massive fires have left a vast trail of charred wilderness and torched homes through the Alaskan wilderness, although drizzle and rain have slowed their advance.