WW Quilter Posted August 19, 2016 Report Share Posted August 19, 2016 You may have heard about the fast moving wildfire that has been burning in my area around Wrightwood, CA. . My husband and I saw it on Tuesday, just after it started, as we were coming home from a doctor appt.. We always hate to see a fire in these dry condition, but were not too concerned as it was about 15 miles from our home. However, it moved so fast and furiously that by Wednesday, we were given the notice to evacuate. Once we saw the flames coming over a nearby ridge, we did just that! We have been staying at my son's in Hesperia, out of the line of fire. If you have ever had to evacuate (our 3rd time in 28 years), it is hard to decide what to take and to leave! I did convince my husband that in addition to our furbabies and vital documents that the head to my Lenni had to come too! So we packed her up and took her too! Things look very much better in the fire area now. The flames were within 1000ft of the easternmost homes, but the firemen and change in wind direction were able to keep these homes safe. Sadly, the fire destroyed at least 96 homes (and still assessing) in the valley a few miles from us. We are still waiting for the evacuation order to be lifted, but are much relieved that it appears our homes are safe. Requesting prayers for our families who have lost so much! And much praise to those brave firefighters who stand between us and the fire! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srichardson Posted August 19, 2016 Report Share Posted August 19, 2016 Glad to hear that you are OK and that your home appears to have survived. It seems as though the entire state is on fire, so much destruction, so sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qltnbe Posted August 20, 2016 Report Share Posted August 20, 2016 Prayers for all concerned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Battynurse Posted August 20, 2016 Report Share Posted August 20, 2016 Many good thoughts coming your way and to those who have lost so much and those fighting the fires. We have a newer one in our area now too. So scary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon Deming Posted August 20, 2016 Report Share Posted August 20, 2016 I can't imagine! I am praying for you and all who are affected by the fires. And a big Praise God for those called to stand in the gap for you against the fire! Big hugs from here, and hug your sweet Lenni for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted August 20, 2016 Report Share Posted August 20, 2016 Thank God for our brave Firemen and prayers for all affected by the fire. It is so dry here and there are multiple fires in several mountain communities around here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilta93 Posted August 22, 2016 Report Share Posted August 22, 2016 Prayers sent your way. Deb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WW Quilter Posted August 22, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2016 Thank you all for you thoughts and prayers! Fire is now 83% contained and we have been allowed back into our homes. No losses in our little village, but a nearby area lost 105 homes! I'm very thankful for the firefighters and law enforcement officers who put themselves in harms way to protect us! Lenni is put back together and I am ready to quilt again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Grammy Posted August 29, 2016 Report Share Posted August 29, 2016 So glad you are safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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