Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Freeway Complex/Triangle Fire

For anyone who was concerned and didn't call, just to let you know, we are safe and sound after the scare of the fires this weekend. The one in Brea was the only one to affect us and then only with the smoke and the traffic it caused., as even after it had started it was headed away from us. Watching the maps of the burn areas was kind of scary as they weren't being updated very frequently and we couldn't really tell how accurate some of the information was. The wind was a concern because it brought with it the smoke and a layer of ash. The kids were worried that the sun was sick because it turned everything orange through the smoke. We did have church on Sunday and only a few members in our Stake were evacuated, but only as a precaution on Saturday. Some schools were closed on Monday, but only Brea High School was damaged and is still closed today. As of right now, 75% containment and we have a gorgeous blue sky to look at outside with just a slight taint of smoke in the air.

1 comment:

Desi said...

Good to know you're safe. We saw a map of the area of the fire and knew you were safe, but I totally forgot to think about the smoke! Wow! So, I'm especially glad to hear that you are ok and that the sky is clearing up for you down there!