Stay Safe

[SplishSplashCrash]

Hey all my fellow socal people. Crash and I hope you are all safe and sound and out of the path of the fires.

I have been on the phone all night trying to keep in touch with friends and family and make sure everyone is safe. It is gonna be hard to sleep tonight.

Well I hope you are all safe and sound and that this can be contained soon!

[Sardo]

Melissa is in Barona and they have been evacuated but she refuses to leave her horses. She has all her dogs with her and there is no way in or out at this point. This fire is not even close to being contained. My thoughts and prayers go out to her and her family.

[legallyblonde]

So she is still there? I hope she's ok!!!

[Sassy Girl]

Sara - she is still at the ranch where she keeps her horses. I'm seriously worried about Melissa....this is not a good situation.

I hope everyone is doing ok - please update us if you can on how you all are doing.

[MickeyD'sMom]

Urs:
Have you talked to Melissa at all? I am worried sick over here. Let me know. Our prayers are with everyone during this horrible time. Sarah bless your heart for what you are going to do. Be safe.

[Sassy Girl]

I just got a text from Melissa - she is saving her phone batteries...

She said she is holding tight at the ranch. The fire is circling them and w/wind change could be on top of them in a heartbeat but they are holding steady.

I've read that homes have been destroyed in Escondido, Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Forest Ranch and Lake Hodges. Ramona - where Melissa lives was completely evacuated this morning.

There is nothing we can do at this point but pray...

[Sassy Girl]

Who else lives down near this fire?

[Sassy Girl]

I cant keep focussed on work at all, All I can do is worry about our friends and family...

[Sassy Girl]

here is the latest from CNN

http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/10/22/wildfire.ca/index.html?iref=mpstoryview

[Sassy Girl]

I know that Lisa and Lenae - Loups Du Soleil breeders evacuated and are stuck up in Temecula due to highway closures...

Mark - is he in La Jolla?

How about those up in the Malibu - Santa Clarita area - Shari & Nevada live up there don't they?

[legallyblonde]

Holy crap! I would not leave horses behind either, so I don't blame Melissa. No wonder she hasn't answered my call. I truly hope everyone's ok. That's scary stuff! Man I always complain about the horrid snow here, but I'll take that over wildfires.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

We don't know what to say. We are really worried for Melissa, and everyone trapped by the fires. I guess you don't realize how bad they are until you have someone you know caught in the middle. Are wishes are with everyone. We will keep you in our prayers. Keep safe!

[deedclemdogg]

Mark and Karla are in La Jolla up on the hill. I hope they're safe.

Thanks for the updates on Melissa--I am keeping her very close in prayer.
Those pictures are so devastating--please keep us updated on any word about how she is doing!!

[NevadaPuP]

I know that Lisa and Lenae - Loups Du Soleil breeders evacuated and are stuck up in Temecula due to highway closures...

Mark - is he in La Jolla?

How about those up in the Malibu - Santa Clarita area - Shari & Nevada live up there don't they?

I am fine guys, we are nowhere near the fires at home or at work, however my daughter and grandson live in Santa Clarita. So far she is fine but may need to evacuate if it gets any worse and she and the grandbaby will just come to my house and all should be good.

Well , no wonder Melissa didn't answer the phone or has returned my call. I had heard on the news this morning that Ramona had been evacuated and called her on my way to work. I know what those horses mean to her and she will do whatever she can to keep them safe. Urs if you hear from Melissa please keep us informed as to the conditions there. Send her our love and prayers. We are all very worried. Brian??? Are you out of harms way??

[KayRand05]

wow I had no idea how bad the fires were...we're keeping everyone in our prayers...keep us updated!!!!

[Sardo]

I live in the city so there is no threat to me. It is smokey with people wearing masks here at work today but we are definitely out of harms way.

[renegade]

So, just going through my mind of the southern california folks and having no concept of southern california geography related to the fires - does anyone know if Linda & Randy, Marilyn, Brooke, Cindy, Tang & Tracy, Craig, Lisa H., Kim Buchanan, the Cordieros, the Bassetts, are in danger? I'm sure I'm missing people - so please let us know even if it's just a they're not near the fires update.

[Sardo]

Just talked with Melissa and everything is Ok at the moment she said the fires are circling the area but keeping it's distance.

[LindaG]

Please keep us up to date!
You all will be in our thoughts!
Cali Gal!! BE SAFE!!!

[Cheese Dogs]

Melissa,
Colby Brie and I are pulling for you. I wouldn't leave my animals behind either. Keep that stryker boy safe and sound and call when you can. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers tonight!!!!!!!

Anna Colby Monster and Brie Cheese Dog

[NevadaPuP]

I live in the city so there is no threat to me. It is smokey with people wearing masks here at work today but we are definitely out of harms way.

Good..... Glad you are safe. Yes, it is the same here. Live and work in the city so out of harms way. Haven't seen anybody with masks but there is definately a smoky hue to the air.

Thanks for keeping us informed about Melissa and her horse protecting ranch vigil.

[daftershock]

Hello All,

Like Brian and Urs have said fire keeps Circling. One min. my mom and I are out watering barn area down along with house and toy box. The next min. it is clear as if nothing was even going on. Last night we got little to no sleep. Fire watch and wind gust up to 75 mph plus. This morning was a little rough. Wind did change this morning we were told that Fire would be at our back door within 10 min. Then about 20 min later wind changed again. Blew fire over mountain into Lakeside.

We have about 17 head of horses at ranch. it is amazing how calm they all are.

As for my home in Ramona I guess it is still standing. I heard that fire was within a block or two to the west of my house.

thoughts and prayers for all who have lost homes.

I am safe at this time.... Nite time is coming we are going to wait to see if winds change again.

thank you for all your thoughts and prayers. I am praying for RAIN!

[runamuck]

<<Linda & Randy, Marilyn, Brooke, Cindy, Tang & Tracy, Craig, Lisa H., Kim Buchanan, the Cordieros, the Bassetts, are in danger? I'm sure I'm missing people - so please let us know even if it's just a they're not near the fires update.>>


Hi everyone,

Melissa, we are keeping good thoughts for you and all your animals and home...keep safe!

As for the rest of the above folks, all of us live in areas that are unaffected by the fires as of now.....

The only other person who is somewhat close to danger is Barbara Henderson with Henry....she is 5 miles from the San Marcos fire and has been issued a voluntary evacuation notice, so she is on close watch and ready to get out if needed.

Mike and Judy Bassett are stuck in Victorville because the 15 fwy is closed due to one of the fires....but their home is in the city....they as well as alot of other Flyball folks got stuck up there coming home from a Flyball tourny in Vegas....

[NevadaPuP]

Hello All,

Like Brian and Urs have said fire keeps Circling. One min. my mom and I are out watering barn area down along with house and toy box. The next min. it is clear as if nothing was even going on. Last night we got little to no sleep. Fire watch and wind gust up to 75 mph plus. This morning was a little rough. Wind did change this morning we were told that Fire would be at our back door within 10 min. Then about 20 min later wind changed again. Blew fire over mountain into Lakeside.

We have about 17 head of horses at ranch. it is amazing how calm they all are.

As for my home in Ramona I guess it is still standing. I heard that fire was within a block or two to the west of my house.

thoughts and prayers for all who have lost homes.

I am safe at this time.... Nite time is coming we are going to wait to see if winds change again.

thank you for all your thoughts and prayers. I am praying for RAIN!

So glad to hear that for the moment you and all the animals are safe.

I just got a call from Phyllis Cardoza (flyball folk for those of you who do not know her) asking if I had heard from any of the flyball people who lived down south and if anybody was in harms way with the fires. I told her what I knew about Melissa, Lisa, Lenae and Brian and she told me to please send prayers from Rocket Paws and their wishes for safety to all in need.

[Chase]

Wendy: Thanks for your concern about those of us in Orange and Los Angeles Counties.

Chase and I are safe. We are about 15-20 miles down coast from the Irvine fire, so thus far we are safe. It is an arson fire and thus there is always the concern that they will set more fires. The topography is such that there are mountains to the east from Irvine down to San Clemente, so if there is a fire, it has no where to go but west towards the ocean (where all the houses are located).The wind has been blowing very hard for the last 24 hours and oddly enough the wind is blowing so hard that the inside of my house is covered with dirt from the wind, but we are safe and staying inside.

I have not talked to Linda and Randy, but there are east of Los Angeles in Arcadia and there is no fire where they are at this time, so they should be okay. They may have smoke from the San Bernadino fire (which is farther east of them), but no fire itself.

Marilyn is in Hacienda Heights and that is south of Linda and there is no fire there either. She said they are fine and have no smoke.

Cindy is in Buena Park and there is no fire there, and probably no smoke.

Tang and Tracy are in Costa Mesa and there is no fire there, but they may be getting a lot of smoke from the Irvine fire. Costa Mesa is just west of Irvine.

Craig is in San Diego so I do not know how close he is to the San Diego fire or the smoke.

I think Lisa is inland in Perris which is south and east of Irvine and North of San Diego, so I do not know what affect the San Diego fire is having on her. She may be getting smoke from the Irvine fire.

I think Kim lives in Long Beach which is far from both the Irvine fire and the Malibu fire, so she should be okay.

I will let you know if there are any changes.

My thoughts and concerns are with Melissa and her family.

Brooke & Chase

[Linda Hettich]

Thanks everyone for your thoughts and prayers. Randy, Quinn and Tessa and I are just fine. We're right in the middle of the city, in Arcadia, about 20 miles northeast of Downtown L-A, so nowhere near the fire. It hasn't gotten smokey yet, but that will change.

There are two main areas of concern: San Diego County, where Melissa is hanging on; and to the north of here, in Santa Clarita/Saugus. The fire in Saugus was declared the Number One Priority in the State of California because of the sheer numbers of homes threatened. That means all extra resources will be diverted there.

But, San Diego County looks pretty bad, and if any of you remember what happened in 2003, San Diego County got the worst of it. The entire city of Rancho Bernardo has been evacuated, some 250,000. I have NEVER seen an entire city that size be evacuated. Melissa is not very far from there.

I've lived in California my entire life, and as many of you know, I am a journalist as well. I've covered so many fires, I've lost count. But, I have NEVER, EVER seen a firestorm this bad. It is, as they say, the perfect storm: warm, dry, Santa Ana winds shooting through the mountains, gusting up to 100 mph; we already have dry conditions because of La Nina; many communities have begun water rationing, or are close to it because of an impending water shortage; tomorrow (Tuesday) is expected to break records for high temperatures, and we could see temperatures between 95 to 100; the relative humidity is in the single digits, meaning there is no moisture in the air to help keep the fire down. Also, the strong gusty winds have grounded many water-dropping helicopters and fixed wings.

"does anyone know if Linda & Randy, Marilyn, Brooke, Cindy, Tang & Tracy, Craig, Lisa H., Kim Buchanan, the Cordieros, the Bassetts, are in danger?"

The fire in Irvine, in Orange County, is the one that is contained the best so far, so our OC & LA County contingent, Marilyn, Brooke, Cindy, Vince & his family, Tang & Tracy, and the Bassetts should be okay. Kim is in Long Beach, which is well west of there. Lisa H. and the Cordieros live in Perris, which is about an hour north of Melissa. There is a fire burning in Ontario/Riverside, which is about 20-30 minutes north of Lisa and the Cordieros, so they should be okay. Glad to hear you're okay, Brooke!!

Mark and Karla should be okay in La Jolla, which is well west and a bit south of Melissa. They had that big hillslide/sinkhole in their neighborhood a couple of weeks ago!

Have we heard from Craig??

Melissa . . . Melissa, please be safe. We are all thinking and praying for you and the safety of your family.

[renegade]

Thanks for all the updates guys!

Melissa - we're keeping you in our thoughts and wish there was something we could do to help you stay safe other than continuing to send you well wishes!

So glad to hear that so far everyone else is ok and hope that it remains that way.

My cousin evacuated out of santiago canyon last night - they got the dogs out and last I heard this morning their house was ok cause the fire was blowing towards irvine (bummer for the irvine folks), but all it'll take is a change of direction. They live just a few miles from where the fire started - we actually take the dogs hiking more or less right at the intersection where the fire started whenever we visit them. Scary stuff!

I hope everyone's friends and families stay safe and get through this...

[Little Gunner]

Melissa,

You and family are in my thoughts and prayers. It doesn't surprise me at all that you would stay with your home, horses, etc. I am very confident you all will make it out o.k.

Bart & LG

[Stanley]

Glad to hear everyone is OK and staying safe. I’m currently working in Alameda monitoring the situation via phone and internet. From what I can tell our place is not in danger although many families have lost homes including a very close co-worker and his wife who lost everything except the clothes on their back. A very sad day for many who live in the fire ravages areas.

Stanley is taking care of the homestead while I’m on travel and he is also keeping everyone’s spirits up in this time of distress. The rest of the SOCAL Chessie gang is safe and currently not in danger.

[Sassy Girl]

I am so relieved to hear everyone is doing ok. Melissa - girly, you hang tight and know you will get through this. Update us as you can, I'll be up for quite a while tonight.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

Here is latest info into my newsroom about the california wildfires. The witch fire is the one burning in the Ramona area where Melissa is at. Melissa hang tight. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Witch Fire: Some 145,000 acres burned in northern San Diego
County between Ramona and Santa Ysabel. No containment. 500 homes,
50 outbuildings and 100 businesses destroyed. 300 other structures
damaged, including 250 homes. One civilian and 7 firefighters
injured.


- Buckweed Fire: 35,547 acres in northeastern Los Angeles County
south of Agua Dulce. Twenty percent contained. Approximately 15,000
people and 5,500 homes evacuated. Fifteen homes, 17 outbuildings,
40 vehicles destroyed. Four people injured.

- Canyon Fire: 3,800 acres in coastal community of Malibu. 8
percent contained. About 200 homes evacuated. Six homes and a
church destroyed. Nine other homes, five commercial buildings
damaged. Four injuries reported.

- Harris Fire: 22,000 acres about 70 miles southeast of San
Diego north of the border town of Tecate. Five percent contained.
Unknown number of homes destroyed. One civilian killed, 16 people
and five firefighters injured.

-Rice Fire: At least 300 acres burned in Fallbrook in eastern
San Diego County. No containment. Some 45,000 people evacuated.
Unknown number of structures destroyed.

- Grass Valley Fire: More than 300 acres in Grass Valley area
west and northwest of Lake Arrowhead in San Bernardino Mountains.
At least 113 homes destroyed and several communities evacuated. No
containment.

- Slide Fire: More than 1,500 acres in Green Valley Lake area of
San Bernardino Mountains. At least 20 structures destroyed and
several communities evacuated.

- Santiago Fire: 15,000 acres in Orange County east of Irvine.
Thirty percent contained. Two outbuildings damaged, one destroyed.
Four minor injuries to firefighters.

- Ranch Fire: 29,000 acres near Piru in Ventura County. Ten
percent contained. About 200 people evacuated. One homes destroyed
and no injuries reported.

- Sedgewick Fire: 710 acres near Los Olivos in Santa Barbara
County. Fully contained. No evacuations. No homes destroyed and no
reports of injuries.

- Magic Fire: 1,200 acres in northern Los Angeles County in
Stevenson Ranch. 20 percent contained. Unknown structures
threatened.

[all4sadie]

Sadie and I are safe, thank you all for thinking of us....it is smokey here, I hate having windows closed but the smell of the smoke is terrible ........

My prayers go out to Melissa and everyone else effected by the fires. Melissa I don't blame you for staying, I know I would too...PLEASE STAY SAFE......

EVERYONE PLEASE BE SAFE.......

Cindy & Sadie

[BOcephus]

Wow and I thought it was bad when the tree's blew over in the pond!!
Hope all is getting better for you all down there. The weather looked a little better from what they said. But all they do is guess pretty good.

I did not realise how bad it was until I talked with Sandra earlier and she explained what was really happening down there. I asked her "Why didn't they just load up the horses"?
Now I understand. That's quite a few!!
We here in the NW are all thinking good thoughts and sending Prayers your way!!!

It's funny how here a fire would have a hard time starting up if you poured a 5 gallon can of gas on the ground and a little south a simple spark will cause such devastation.
I totally support your decision to stay Melissa!!

[BOcephus]

Just saw on the news that Washington and Oregon just sent 100 fire trucks down to help out!!
They could send all of them as wet as it is here. Although we did have the first sunny day in over a week today!

[huklbre]

All of you please stay safe out there.

[choco's mom]

Prayers from Texas to all who are affected by these horrible fires. Being a Vol FF for 4 years I know the devistation, not only in the immediate loss, but the recovery as well.

All of you are in my prayers and please let us know if we here in TX can do anything.

[Stanley]

Looks like another day terrible day for SOCAL. The multiple fires continue to burn out of control and the winds are predicted to blow all day. Many residents are on pins and needles not knowing what the fires will do from one hour to the next. I spoke with a friend who has the dogs ready for evac if needed. We also spoke about what to pack in the car I was told the dogs, laptop, and Dock Jumping trophies are the most important items. Keep SOCAL in your thoughts and prayers today.

[Sassy Girl]

I talked w/Melissa last night and all was quiet, she said they are sleeping in shifts and there are a few fire rigs around them.

This morning she sent me an email at 4am saying they had met w/the fire department an hour prior and they were preparing to fight, the fire was coming upon them.they cut in a fire break around the house and hoping that will help.

I will update you all once I hear anything...

[hershey kiss]

Vince, the kids, the dogs, and I are all fine and out of harms way. We just have been dealing with the smoke and ash and having outside jobs. Nothing compared to those living in the areas though.

Melissa, STAY SAFE, we are thinking of you.

[cbrrescuemom]

NEW: CAUTIONARY WATER ALERT FOR RAMONA
A captain at the Ramona Fire Department says that the area could be without water by approximately 9 a.m. due to a power failure, which stopped a water pump. Extra water trucks are on the way to help fix the outage.

Horse Rescue: Evacuees in need of a safe location for their horses have the opportunity to stable them at a horse farm in the Thermal-Indio area. A private citizen, recommended by a California Department of Food & Agriculture veterinarian, has volunteered enough property, staff, food, and water resources to care for up to 1700 horses. For more information, County residents can contact Hans at (760) 399-2716.

[Sassy Girl]

good news - Melissa and her family are fine....the fire came down they fought it and are doing ok.

I know she'll be on here soon... to update everyone.

UPDATE - - -
I'm providing an update, got off the phone w/Melissa - they fought hard this morning and are regrouping. The fire that they were fighting this morning came from the north of them. They just heard there is another fire heading their way from the south. Her and her Mom are fighting and are in good spirits. She said they have water, phone and internet so doing fairly well. I have passed on word about the Horse Rescue Barbara passed on and she said, we're not leaving....

[MickeyD'sMom]

Oh my God that is wonderful news. Melissa we love you! I sent out a prayer chain last night so I knew you would be safe!

[ssejrnv]

Thanks everyone for the updates.
I too am glued to CNN and the computer.
Melissa, stay safe and know everyone is thinking and praying for you guys.
No way I would leave my horses either so I understand.
To everyone who is in the affected areas we will continue to pray for containment and your safety.
JJ and crew

[KayRand05]

Thanks for keeping us all updated...Melissa and everyone in SoCali stay safe,I wouldn't have left either...Texas is praying for you and trying to send rain your way...Continue to keep us updated!

[Asquared]

Thank God for this forum because it is the only way I can check in on Melissa. I've been checking here to keep up to date often. So thank you all who contribute.

When I call her it doesn't even ring.

Stay safe everyone...

[Sassy Girl]

Just got off the phone w/Melissa...her cell is dead, we've only got regular land line phone to communicate on.they are just holding steady. She said they have now lost all power as well so have no ideas what is going on around them. She is still in good spirits, I know the adrenaline is rushing majorly...

Sarah - thank you so much for your update. The flyball list is lit up as well on this and we are hoping and praying everyone comes out of this safely. Please keep helping everyone and know we are all there with you in spirit.

[ShariS]

Please keep us updated on Melissa and any others. Prayers and strength go out to everyone affected. I wouldn't have left my horses either. Be safe......

Brian Sardo and Ursula
Anna Borovich asked me to pm you. Please check your pm. Thanks!

[renegade]

Wow, I can't even imagine what Melissa is going through. Urs and Brian make sure you tell her how much everyone here cares and is worried sick about her.

Sarah - you're awesome to be helping out like this!

My cousin just emailed and their house is in imminent danger (in Silverado Canyon) and we've had to modify our travel plans to phoenix to exclude a visit with them :( At least the humans and dogs are safe, now we're just hoping that their house manages to stay untouched.

[Sassy Girl]

I know Melissa would love this and to show her the true spirit of all of us behind all who are being affected by this disaster.

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/sassygirl2171/SMHmondayfirex0029.jpg

October 22, 2007, Poway, California, In Poway just off Trailwind Rd. a US flag flies in a homeowners backyard as flames threatened the home Mandatory Credit: photo Sean M Hafffey/San Diego Union-Tribune/Zuma Press *

[SplishSplashCrash]

http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071023/ts_afp/usfires

More than 500,000 flee as California fires rage for third day
by Rob Woollard
52 minutes ago



LOS ANGELES (AFP) - More than half a million people were ordered to evacuate across California on Tuesday as wildfires raged for a third day, razing over 1,000 homes and threatening to overwhelm weary firefighters.

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The wind-driven infernos have so far scorched at least 335,000 acres (1,355 square kilometers) of tinder-dry brush, making the blaze one of the worst wildfire crises in Californian history.

One person has died and more than 20 people have been injured in fires that erupted on Sunday and spread quickly across the region, fanned by powerful winds gusting in from the desert.

President George W. Bush has declared an emergency in California and ordered federal aid to be directed to the fire-stricken region.

Many parts of the state have experienced record low rainfalls and record-high temperatures this year, leaving vast swathes of rugged countryside bordering built-up residential areas at the mercy of fires.

"All of us across this nation are concerned for the families who have lost their homes, and the many families who have been evacuated from their homes," Bush said during an address in Washington.

"We send our prayers and thoughts with those who've been affected, and we send the help of the federal government, as well."

By Tuesday there were at least 14 separate fires throughout southern California, spanning a region from north of Los Angeles to south of the Mexican border. Some fires were so vast that they could be seen from space and smoke was so thick in the area that weather radars mistook it for rain clouds.

Several thousand firefighters backed up by 316 fire engines, 19 air tankers, 15 bulldozers and eight helicopters battled fires throughout the night.

The Pentagon has sent six Air Force and National Guard water-dropping planes to help tackle the blaze while 1,500 National Guard troops are being deployed to help manage evacuations and assist firefighting efforts.

Chip Prather, the fire chief of Orange County, said the number of fires had stretched state-wide resources to breaking point.

"The bottom line is there is not enough air assets, not enough helicopters, not enough air tankers," he said. "There are not enough resources to go round."

A forestry official meanwhile said the seasonal Santa Ana winds were making the fire impossible to contain at blazes raging near Lake Arrowhead, a popular mountain resort 100 miles (150 kilometers) east of Los Angeles.

"The problem with this one has been the winds," US Forest Service spokeswoman Robin Prince said. "It's just moved the fire so rapidly that the fire crews can't keep up with it."

In San Diego, evacuees were sent to Qualcomm Stadium, home of the San Diego Chargers American football team. By early Tuesday, 20,000 weary evacuees were huddled inside the stadium, reporters said.

Cindy Alexander, a 54-year-old woman living on disability benefit, was struggling to maintain her spirits after spending the night curled up in the backseat of her son and daughter-in-law's car.

"We've had a hard life," said Alexander, whose home in Ramona had burned to the ground. "It's like 'Okay God -- what else?'"

A statement from San Diego County officials said approximately 513,000 people in the district had received mandatory evacuation orders and an additional 12,000 people had been advised to leave their homes.

The statement said a total of 349,915 households had received calls asking them to evacuate.

San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders said the speedy evacuations of vast numbers of residents had helped keep casualties to a minimum.

"If there's a statistic that so far stands out, it's the fact that we have had minimal loss of life," Sanders said.

"People are moving, people are getting the message and they are responding. Having said that, the weather continues to be unpredictable."

The causes of the different fires raging throughout the state varied, with a fallen power line believed to be the cause of the blaze in Malibu and arson blamed for a fire in Orange County that torched 15,000 acres.

The fires are the worst to hit California since 2003, when 22 people were killed and 3,000 homes were destroyed.

[Sassy Girl]

http://www.10news.com/news/14388572/detail.html

[SplishSplashCrash]

http://www.cbs8.com/

[ShariS]

Does anyone which of the 13 fires is the one closest to Melissa? I'm sitting here watching CNN and the devastation is unbelievable. I can't even imagine. Somehow it puts life's little problems into perspective.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

The witch fire is the one closest to Melissa.

Here is the latest info I have received at work.

BC-CA--California Wildfires-Evacuations,0113
Evacuation orders lifted for some San Diego neighborhoods
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SAN DIEGO (AP) - Authorities say evacuation orders have been
lifted for three San Diego neighborhoods that were briefly
threatened by the Witch Fire.
Some residents will be allowed to return to their homes in the
suburban city of Poway in northern San Diego County.
San Diego Fire Chief Tracy Jarman says people who were evacuated
yesterday from the coastal Del Mar Heights neigborhood and the
Scripps Ranch area further east in the city of San Diego will also
be allowed to go home Tuesday afternoon.
Jarman warns evacuees not to expect any further areas to be
opened until tomorrow. She says wind conditions are still
unpredictable and the fires may change direction unexpectedly.

And more info on the rest:

Major wildfires burning in California, by county:

San Diego County

- Witch Fire: About 164,000 acres in northern San Diego County
between Witch Creek to Rancho Santa Fe. One percent contained; 500
homes, 100 businesses and 50 outbuildings destroyed; 375 other
structures damaged, including 250 homes and 50 businesses. Two
civilians and seven firefighters injured.

- Harris Fire: About 70,000 acres about 70 miles southeast of
San Diego north of the border town of Tecate. Five percent
contained; 200 structures destroyed and 600 threatened. One
civilian killed, 20 civilians and five firefighters injured.

- Rice Fire: At least 6,100 acres in Fallbrook in northern San
Diego County. No containment; 500 homes and businesses destroyed
and 30 others damaged. One person injured.

- Poomacha Fire: 1,000 acres on the Lajolla Indian Reservation
and in northeastern San Diego County. No containment; One structure
destroyed and 2,000 threatened. Eight people injured.

- Evacuations: More than 346,000 homes ordered evacuated as a
result of the San Diego County fires.

Los Angeles County

- Buckweed Fire: About 37,812 acres south of Agua Dulce in
northeastern Los Angeles County. Twenty-seven percent contained; 32
homes, 17 outbuildings and 40 vehicles destroyed. One civilian
killed, four people injured. About 15,000 people and 5,500 homes
evacuated.

- Canyon Fire: About 4,400 acres in coastal community of Malibu.
Fifteen percent contained; six homes, two businesses, a church
destroyed and nine homes, five commercial buildings damaged. Four
people injured. About 1,500 people, including several celebrities,
evacuated.

- Magic Fire: About 15,000 acres in northern Los Angeles County,
including Stevenson Ranch. Forty percent contained with full
containment expected Wednesday. About a half-dozen homes damaged.
No evacuations and no buildings threatened.

Ventura County:

- Ranch Fire: About 54,500 acres in the Castaic area near Piru.
Ten percent contained; three homes, four outbuildings destroyed,
500 homes and 50 commercial buildings threatened. No injuries
reported.

Orange County:
- Santiago Fire: About 15,800 acres east of Irvine. Thirty
percent contained; several outbuildings damaged. Four minor
injuries to firefighters. At least 1,000 people evacuated.

San Bernardino County

- Slide Fire: More than 4,000 acres in Green Valley Lake area of
the San Bernardino Mountains, east of Lake Arrowhead. At least 125
homes destroyed, 400 homes threatened and several communities
evacuated.

- Grass Valley Fire: More than 400 acres in Grass Valley area
northwest of Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino Mountains. At
least 113 homes destroyed, 1,500 homes threatened and several
communities evacuated.

Santa Barbara County:

- Sedgewick Fire: 710 acres near Los Olivos. Fully contained. No
evacuations. No homes destroyed and no reports of injuries.

[Sassy Girl]

Shari - the link I posted has info on the Witch fire which is where Melissa is. She is in Muth Valley right now.

Just got of the phone w/her - she and her Mom are doing good. They are going to go do a walk around the perimeter to make sure there are no flare ups.

Tasha - keep those updates coming, I am surfing everywhere to get them as much info as I can over the phone.

[SplishSplashCrash]

Here is a great map of fires and evacuation areas for those of you who are not familiar with the names of the areas in San Diego.

http://www.signonsandiego.com/firemap/

[ShariS]

It's probably too late for the information below if Melissa is surrounded by fire and it sounds like she is determined to stay. For what it's worth here is a number for assistance in moving horses.

This came from SignOnSanDiego.com: Evacuees were offered a safe place to stable their horses at a horse farm in the Thermal-Indio area.

A private citizen, recommended by a California Department of Food & Agriculture veterinarian, has volunteered enough property, staff, food, and water resources to care for up to 1,700 horses. For more information, San Diego County residents can call (760) 399-2716.

Mary Ann Rose, who lives on Via Del Charro in Rancho Santa Fe, waited until the last possible moment to get her three horses to safety. Employees of Ride America took them in a trailer to a facility in Carlsbad.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

Here is a map with all of the California fires.
Red Areas are have been burning within the last 12 hours.
Orange Areas have been burning within the last 24 hours.
Yellow doesn't pertain to now.

http://activefiremaps.fs.fed.us/fireplots/cgb2007296_1500.jpg

[Sassy Girl]

Shari - thanks Barbara H sent me this today and I have forwarded it on to Melissa and told her I'm keeping it right here w/me if they decide they have to go. I also forwarded this to the flyball list.

[NevadaPuP]

Here is another website with informative info.

http://www.sdcountyemergency.com

[PrinceAndyFlores]

ACTON, Calif. (AP) - Fire officials say a new fire has started
in the town of Acton near Antelope Valley.
Los Angeles County Fire Department spokesman Jason Hurd said the
fire is five percent contained and has burned 15 acres.
Evacuations are in progress.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

LAKE ARROWHEAD, Calif. (AP)
Authorities have ordered mandatory evacuations for communities in and around Lake Arrowhead because of wildfire danger in the San Bernardino Mountains.
A U.S. Forest Service official says flames have already destroyed 113 homes in the area. The so-called Grass Valley fire is about 1,000 acres and threatening 1,500 homes.
About a dozen communities are under mandatory evacuation, from
Cedar Glen east of the lake to Crestline to the west.
Mountains Community Hospital is also being evacuated.
The same area was hit hard in the 2003 wildfires.
Lake Arrowhead is located about 65 miles east of Los Angeles.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa301/OTFlores_2005/FireMapSoCall.jpg

[PrinceAndyFlores]

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. (AP) - Two spot fires are burning on the grounds of Camp Pendleton, home of the U.S. Marines Corps.
A base spokesman says one fire is charring brush and grass in a training area, and the other fire is burning near a station that's home to the 1st Marine Division. Members of that division were moved to a nearby station as a precaution.
The size of the fires is not immediately known.
Families living in four military housing areas are being told to pack their belongings and be prepared to leave in the event of a mandatory evacuation.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

LAKE ARROWHEAD, Calif. (AP) - Authorities are evacuating Lake
Arrowhead and all of the communities surrounding the mountain
resort, where flames have destroyed more than 400 homes and are
threatening 10,000 others.


Will update with more info on the other fires when it comes in. There haven't been any updates since the last I posted.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

Thousands flee fires in San Bernardino Mountains

LAKE ARROWHEAD, Calif. (AP) - Wind-whipped fires have forced the
evacuation of entire communities surrounding the resort area of
Lake Arrowhead.
Authorities say the number of homes destroyed now stands at more
than 400 and thousands are threatened.
Thousands of people, including hospital patients, were forced to
flee advancing flames that leaped through the mountains, burning
one home after another.
A U.S. Forest Service spokeswoman says the two-pronged fire
destroyed 425 homes in the Lake Arrowhead and Running Springs
communities, sending thousands fleeing down the mountain. One of
the fires is threatening at least 10,000 homes; the other is
threatening 400.
Mountain Community Hospital in Lake Arrowhead also has been
evacuated.

[ShariS]

Thanks for keeping us posted Tasha.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

San Diego County

- Witch Fire: About 196,420 acres in northern San Diego County
between Witch Creek to Rancho Santa Fe. One percent contained; 500
homes, 100 businesses and 50 outbuildings destroyed; 375 other
structures damaged, including 250 homes and 50 businesses. Two
civilians and 12 firefighters injured.

- Harris Fire: About 72,000 acres about 70 miles southeast of
San Diego north of the border town of Tecate. Ten percent
contained; between 200 and 500 structures destroyed or damaged.
1,500 homes threatened. One civilian killed, 21 civilians and five
firefighters injured.

- Rice Fire: At least 7,500 acres in Fallbrook in northern San
Diego County. Ten percent containment; 206 homes and 2 commercial
properties destroyed. One firefighter injured.

- Poomacha Fire: 20,000 acres on the La Jolla Indian Reservation
and in northeastern San Diego County. No containment; Fifty homes
destroyed. Ten firefighters injured.

Los Angeles County

- Buckweed Fire: About 37,812 acres south of Agua Dulce in
northeastern Los Angeles County. Eighty percent contained; 32
homes, 17 outbuildings and 40 vehicles destroyed. Four people
injured. About 15,000 people and 5,500 homes evacuated.

- Canyon Fire: About 4,500 acres in coastal community of Malibu.
75 percent contained; six homes, two businesses, a church destroyed
and nine homes, five commercial buildings damaged. Four people
injured. About 1,500 people, including several celebrities,
evacuated.

- Magic Fire: About 1,750 acres in northern Los Angeles County,
including Stevenson Ranch. 93 percent contained with full
containment expected Wednesday. No damages or injuries. The fire
was accidentally started by construction workers welding in the
area.

Ventura County:

- Ranch Fire: About 47,240 acres in the Castaic area near Piru.
Ten percent contained; three homes, four outbuildings destroyed,
500 homes and 50 commercial buildings threatened. No injuries
reported.

Orange County:

- Santiago Fire: About 18,000 acres east of Irvine. Thirty
percent contained; 10 homes, 2 outbuildings destroyed. Four minor
injuries to firefighters. About 3,000 people evacuated.

San Bernardino County

- Slide Fire: More than 4,000 acres in Green Valley Lake area of
the San Bernardino Mountains, east of Lake Arrowhead. At least 125
homes destroyed, 400 homes threatened and several communities
evacuated.

- Grass Valley Fire: More than 1,000 acres in Grass Valley area
northwest of Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino Mountains. At
least 300 homes destroyed, 10,000 homes threatened. Many mountain
resort communities and a hospital evacuated.

Santa Barbara County:

- Sedgewick Fire: 710 acres near Los Olivos. Fully contained. No
evacuations. No homes destroyed and no reports of injuries.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

SAN DIEGO (AP) - The goats saved the day.
A Ramona woman says her small ranch was spared by the wildfires
thanks to her goats who munched dry shrub around her property.
Therese Nerat says her neighbor was on TV saying there was only
one house still standing in the area, and it was Nerat's.
Speaking from an evacuation center in Mission Bay Park, Nerat
says she rushed out of her home Sunday when the Witch Fire raced
across communities northeast of San Diego. She says she got seven
goats out and 40 are still at the ranch. She says they're fine.
She says neighbors have been stopping by to feed the animals,
and firefighters trucked in water for them.

[all4sadie]

Well at least it seems like the winds here in Buena Park have died down for the past couple of hours....I hope it stays that way all over Orange and San Diego county......and these fires die down.....

Prayers go out to all that are still in harms way of the fires and prayers go out to all the fire fighters and volunteers helping with this disaster....

Cindy & Sadie

[PrinceAndyFlores]

...gusty Winds Will Persist Over Portions Of Southern California
Through Wednesday Morning...

.the Strong Santa Ana Wind Event That Affected Southern California
For The Last Couple Of Days Has Weakened Below High Wind Warning
Strength...but Will Remain Gusty Over Portions Of The Mountains And
Valleys Of Los Angeles And Ventura Counties Through Wednesday
Morning. Wind Gusts Will Peak To 50 Mph Later Tonight Over The
Windiest Mountain And Valley Areas. These Winds Will Diminish
Further Below Advisory Criteria Wednesday Afternoon And Should
Turn Onshore By Thursday Afternoon.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

Major wildfires burning in California, by county:

San Diego County
- Witch Fire: About 196,420 acres in northern San Diego County
between Witch Creek to Rancho Santa Fe. One percent contained; 500
homes, 100 businesses and 50 outbuildings destroyed; 375 other
structures damaged, including 250 homes and 75 businesses. Two
civilians and 12 firefighters injured.
- Harris Fire: About 72,000 acres about 70 miles southeast of
San Diego north of the border town of Tecate. Ten percent
contained; 200 homes destroyed; 2,000 homes and 500 commercial
properties threatened. One civilian killed, 21 civilians and five
firefighters injured.
- Rice Fire: At least 7,500 acres in Fallbrook in northern San
Diego County. Ten percent containment; 206 homes and 2 commercial
properties destroyed. One firefighter injured.
- Poomacha Fire: 20,000 acres on the La Jolla Indian Reservation
and in northeastern San Diego County. No containment; 50 homes
destroyed and 2,000 homes threatened. Ten firefighters injured.

Los Angeles County
- Buckweed Fire: About 37,812 acres south of Agua Dulce in
northeastern Los Angeles County. Eighty percent contained; 32
homes, 17 outbuildings and 40 vehicles destroyed. Four people
injured. About 15,000 people and 5,500 homes evacuated.
- Canyon Fire: About 4,500 acres in coastal community of Malibu.
75 percent contained; six homes, two businesses, a church destroyed
and nine homes, five commercial buildings damaged. Four people
injured. About 1,500 people, including several celebrities,
evacuated.
- Magic Fire: About 1,750 acres in northern Los Angeles County,
including Stevenson Ranch. 93 percent contained with full
containment expected Wednesday. No damages or injuries. The fire
was accidentally started by construction workers welding in the
area.

Ventura County:
- Ranch Fire: About 47,240 acres in the Castaic area near Piru.
Ten percent contained; three homes, four outbuildings destroyed,
500 homes and 50 commercial buildings threatened. No injuries
reported.

Orange County:
- Santiago Fire: About 19,200 acres east of Irvine. Thirty
percent contained; 6 homes and 8 outbuildings destroyed; 8 homes
and 12 outbuildings damaged. Four minor injuries to firefighters.
About 3,000 people evacuated.

San Bernardino County
- Slide Fire: More than 4,000 acres in Green Valley Lake area of
the San Bernardino Mountains, east of Lake Arrowhead. At least 200
homes destroyed.
- Grass Valley Fire: More than 1,000 acres in Grass Valley area
northwest of Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino Mountains. At
least 100 homes destroyed.
- An estimated 10,000 homes in the mountain resort communities
around both fires are threatened. Thousands of residents and a
hospital evacuated.

Santa Barbara County:
- Sedgewick Fire: 710 acres near Los Olivos. Fully contained. No
evacuations. No homes destroyed and no reports of injuries.

Will update again tomorrow afternoon when I get into work. Hope all is well.

[SplishSplashCrash]

*Winds are dying down in many areas thankfully!
*A friend in Ramona off of wildcat canyon says that she has power but no water. Fires are not close to her. So hopefully Melissa is safe.
*A couple fires have been contained and one in El Capitan has been put out.
*Still only one death during this whole ordeal.
*New fire in Alpine.
*Del dios area and lake hodges area has lost over 100 homes, they fortunatley have no winds right now!!!
*All of Julian has been evacuated, things could get worse in the morning. No water and no power.
*Rancho Bernardo has been hit the hardest, about 480 homes have been destroyed.
*Entire city of Fallbrook evacuated
*10,000 people spending the night in Qualcom stadium (home of the Chargers football team) waiting to be allowed back home. That is where I am heading tonight to help out. Yet another sleepless night ;) (hey that's why god made red bull).

For updates on the fire text, sdfire to:
85183

List of damaged and destroyed homes:
http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/14407755/detail.html

For a map of evacuated areas, affected areas, and burnt structures/homes go to:
http://www.signonsandiego.com/firemap/

Websites with great information:
http://www.cbs8.com/
http://www.sdcountyemergency.com/
http://www.fire.ca.gov/
http://www.nifc.gov/

Local socal radio stations that you can listen to online:
http://www.histar.com/music/listen.php
http://www.kioz.com/pages/listenlive.html


Have a safe night everybody, update you guys later.....

[GoodLabs]

Sarah - God bless you and thanks for your great work. Your right - sleep will come later!!

Praying especially for Melissa & her mom, dogs and horses.

Shari - glad you and Nevada are alright.:)

Praying for all the others in SoCal and those who have be directly effected, especially those that have lost their homes and communities.

Sandy down in Texas

[NevadaPuP]

Sarah - God bless you and thanks for your great work. Your right - sleep will come later!!

Praying especially for Melissa & her mom, dogs and horses.

Shari - glad you and Nevada are alright.:)

Praying for all the others in SoCal and those who have be directly effected, especially those that have lost their homes and communities.

Sandy down in Texas

Thanks Sandy, I guess living and working in the City does have it's advantages. We are just fine. My daughter and grandbaby were evacuated night before last when the hill behind her condo flared up around 10:30pm but they had it out so quick that they aren't even mentioning it on the news. It wasn't part of any of the named fires around here. They just came to my house and I nestled them safely in my bed for the night.

I must say thanks so much to all that are posting what they know of the fire conditions. It really helps to have this forum.

Got up this morning hoping for some more word from Melissa. Ursula, Brian have you heard from her???

[Sardo]

I taked with Melissa this morning and she is OK. They have been putting out small fires throughout the night but nothing major. She said the smoke is real terrible but hopefully the worst is over.

[NevadaPuP]

I taked with Melissa this morning and she is OK. They have been putting out small fires throughout the night but nothing major. She said the smoke is real terrible but hopefully the worst is over.

Good.... Thanks Brian. The news here is mainly focusing on Arrowhead and Orange County and doesn't really say much about San Diego except that they are still under evacuation.

I'll bet the smoke is bad since she is right in the mix. The smoke is bad here and I am miles away. My hubby kept the dogs inside yesterday so they didn't have to inhale it all day. I hope Melissa has been able to protect the dogs by keeping them inside the house or the truck but goodness the poor horses have probably had to breath that crap or days now. Can't be good for any of them human or 4 legged.

Please keep us posted and let Melissa know that we are praying for her.

[MickeyD'sMom]

Great news Brian. Thanks for the update.

[legallyblonde]

Thanks for the update Brian. Glad to hear she's doing ok.

[TeamIrish]

Prayers for Melissa, Stryker, and the gang. Prayers for all of our friends in SoCAL.

Jillian & I'm doing a rain dance, Bailey

[SplishSplashCrash]

This is a small unofficial tally from signonsandiego.com of destroyed structures/homes.

11072 IPAI CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11279 CAPILLA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11323 CRECIENTE CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11353 LUZ PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
11363 LUZ PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
11373 LUZ PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
11389 PAJARO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
11419 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11420 LUZ RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11430 LUZ RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11448 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11449 CABELA PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
11454 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11457 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11458 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11460 ALCALDE CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11462 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11463 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92131
11464 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11468 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92128
11469 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
1147 INSPIRATION LN, ESCONDIDO 92025
11476 ALCALDE CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11478 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11479 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11485 PALITO CT, SAN DIEGO 92027
11486 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11510 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11512 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11513 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11517 DANZA CIR, SAN DIEGO 92127
11519 PALITO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11523 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11524 DANZA CIR, SAN DIEGO 92082
11529 PALITO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
1153 INSPIRATION LN, ESCONDIDO 92025
11533 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11534 DANZA CIR, SAN DIEGO 92127
11534 ESCOBA PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
11536 PALITO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11539 PALITO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11552 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11656 ANDANZA WAY, SAN DIEGO 92129
11666 ANDANZA WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
11666 JOCATAL CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11676 ANDANZA WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
11686 JOCATAL CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11691 AGRESTE PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
12 COACH RD, ESCONDIDO 92033
12464 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12515 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12523 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12524 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12532 CHETENHAM LN, SAN DIEGO 92128
12535 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12546 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12554 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12566 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 63367
12571 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12572 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12579 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12580 CHETENHAM LN, SAN DIEGO 92128
12595 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12613 BEDFORDSHIRE CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
12808 LUNADA PL, SAN DIEGO 92111
12841 LUNADA PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
12850 LUNADA PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
12898 LUNADA PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
12899 CAMINO RAMILLETTE, SAN DIEGO 92128
12913 POLVERA CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
12922 POLVERA CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
12923 POLVERA CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
12929 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
12929 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
12938 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
12939 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
12942 POLVERA CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
12943 POLVERA CT, SAN DIEGO 92109
12949 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
12958 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
12958 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92074
12958 ROBLEDA CV, SAN DIEGO 92128
12968 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
12969 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
12986 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
12988 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
13013 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13023 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13033 AGUAMARINA PT, SAN DIEGO 92128
13034 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13044 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92029
13053 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13054 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13084 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13103 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13104 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92198
13113 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13123 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13130 CAMINO RAMILLETTE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13140 CAMINO RAMILLETTE, SAN DIEGO 44505
13145 CAMINO RAMILLETTE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13164 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13210 HIGHLANDS RANCH RD, POWAY 92064
13220 HIGHLANDS RANCH RD, POWAY 92064
13411 ST ANDREWS PL, POWAY 92064
1350 SIERRA LINDA DR, ESCONDIDO 92025
13502 OLD WINERY RD, POWAY 92064
13541 OLD WINERY RD, POWAY 92064
13956 SAGEWOOD DR, POWAY 92064
14310 HORIZON CT, POWAY 92064
14325 HORIZON CT, POWAY 92064
14326 HORIZON CT, POWAY 92064
14341 TWISTED BRANCH RD, POWAY 92064
14342 HORIZON CT, POWAY 92064
1435 QUEENSTON DR, ESCONDIDO 92027
14366 TWISTED BRANCH RD, POWAY 92064
14376 TWISTED BRANCH RD, POWAY 92064
14386 TWISTED BRANCH RD, POWAY 92064
14390 CHEYENNE TRL, POWAY 92064
14440 CHEYENNE TRL, POWAY 92064
14445 CHEYENNE TRL, POWAY 92064
14465 CHEYENNE TRL, POWAY 92064
14650 VALLEYVIEW RD, POWAY 92064
14865 GAVAN VISTA RD, POWAY 92064
14868 HIGH VALLEY RD, POWAY 92064
14908 GAVAN VISTA RD, POWAY 92064
14935 GAVAN VISTA RD, POWAY 92064
14936 GAVAN VISTA RD, POWAY 92064
14960 OAK TRAIL CT, POWAY 92064
15042 OAK CANYON RD, POWAY 92074
15064 OAK CANYON RD, POWAY 92064
15076 EASTVALE RD, POWAY 92064
15106 EASTVALE RD, POWAY 92064
15114 OAK CANYON RD, POWAY 92064
15134 OAK CANYON RD, POWAY 92065
15140 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15159 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15204 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15210 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92074
15223 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15231 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92126
15250 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15257 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15325 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92123
15362 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15380 OAK CANYON RD, POWAY 92074
15460 MARKAR RD, POWAY 92064
15518 MARKAR RD, POWAY 92064
15606 QUAIL MOUNTAIN RD, POWAY 92074
16501 ZUMAQUE ST, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16526 ZUMAQUE ST, UNINCORPORATED 92122
16583 ZUMAQUE ST, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16729 ZUMAQUE ST, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16755 ZUMAQUE ST, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16827 VIA DE LA VALLE, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16843 VIA DE SANTA FE, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16924 AVENIDA LUIS, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16951 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92064
17087 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92108
17116 EL VUELO, UNINCORPORATED 92067
17122 EL MIRADOR, UNINCORPORATED 92067
17474 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92128
17605 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17608 MATINAL DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17616 MATINAL DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17616 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17635 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17651 BOCA RATON LN, POWAY 92064
17660 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17661 BOCA RATON LN, POWAY 92173
17664 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17704 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17714 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17716 CRECIENTE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17719 DEL PASO DR, POWAY 92064
17728 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17749 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17754 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17757 DEL PASO DR, POWAY 92196
17777 CRECIENTE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17778 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17783 WEAVING LN, SAN DIEGO 92127
17786 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17787 CRECIENTE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17788 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92130
17794 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92198

[SplishSplashCrash]

17808 Azucar Way, San Diego 92127
17808 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92103
17814 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17816 Azucar Way, San Diego 92127
17818 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92127
17820 Joyas Ct, Poway 92064
17824 Azucar Way, San Diego 92127
17825 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17837 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92127
17838 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17838 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92127
17841 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17844 St Andrews Dr, Poway 92064
17848 Valladares Dr, San Diego 92127
17849 Azucar Way, San Diego 92127
17857 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92127
17858 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92127
17864 Azucar Way, San Diego 92127
17865 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17865 Azucar Way, San Diego 92127
17867 Aguacate Way, San Diego 92127
17867 Joyas Ct, Poway 92064
17868 St Andrews Dr, Poway 92064
17873 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17877 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92127
17878 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92127
17881 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 95014
17885 Azucar Way, San Diego 92127
17887 Aguacate Way, San Diego 92127
17893 Pueblo Vista Ln, San Diego 92127
17897 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92127
17898 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92127
17899 Joyas Ct, Poway 92064
17905 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17913 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17927 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92172
17938 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17941 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17942 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17943 Cabela Dr, San Diego 92127
17946 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17947 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17947 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92127
17948 Corazon Pl, San Diego 92127
17952 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17952 Highlands Ranch Pl, Poway 33140
17953 Cielo Ct, Poway 92064
17955 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17960 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17961 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17961 Cabela Dr, San Diego 92127
17967 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17968 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92105
17975 Cielo Ct, Poway 92064
17978 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17979 Highlands Ranch Pl, Poway 92064
17982 Highlands Ranch Pl, Poway 92064
17987 Cabela Dr, San Diego 92127
17988 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
17995 Cabela Dr, San Diego 92127
17998 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92127
18013 Cabela Dr, San Diego 92127
18025 Polvera Way, San Diego 92128
18028 Aguamiel Rd, San Diego 92064
18034 Via Tarifa, San Diego 92128
18049 Old Coach Rd, Poway 92064
18054 Calle Estepona, San Diego 92128
18055 Polvera Way, San Diego 99203
18064 Calle Estepona, San Diego 92128
18111 Old Coach Rd, Poway 92064
18116 Old Coach Rd, Poway 92064
18118 Old Coach Rd, Poway 92064
18147 Valladares Dr, San Diego 92127
18157 Valladares Dr, San Diego 22315
18159 Old Coach Rd, Poway 92064
18167 Valladares Dr, San Diego 92126
18175 Corte De Aceitunos, San Diego 92128
18177 Valladares Dr, San Diego 92127
18181 Corte De Aceitunos, San Diego 92128
18181 Sun Maiden Ct, San Diego 92127
18185 Chieftain Ct, San Diego 92127
18187 Corte De Aceitunos, San Diego 92128
18187 Sun Maiden Ct, San Diego 92127
18187 Valladares Dr, San Diego 92075
18188 Valladares Dr, San Diego 92127
18198 Valladares Dr, San Diego 92127
18201 Old Coach Rd, Poway 92064
18255 Hadden Hall Ct, San Diego 92128
18275 Canfield Pl, San Diego 92128
18278 Canfield Pl, San Diego 92128
18285 Moon Song Ct, San Diego 92127
18295 Canfield Pl, San Diego 92128
18298 Canfield Pl, San Diego 92128
18328 Lincolnshire St, San Diego 92128
18336 Lincolnshire St, San Diego 92115
18344 Lincolnshire St, San Diego 92128
18372 Deer Valley Ests, Poway 92064
18375 Bernardo Trails Ct, San Diego 92128
18379 Hampshire Ln, San Diego 92128
18390 Sycamore Creek Rd, Poway 92025
18425 Azofar Ct, San Diego 92128
18435 Azofar Ct, San Diego 92128
18455 Bernardo Trails Ct, San Diego 92128
18490 Bernardo Trails Ct, San Diego 92128
18494 Aceituno St, San Diego 92128
18515 Wessex St, San Diego 92128
18520 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18523 Wessex St, San Diego 92198
18525 Aceituno St, San Diego 92128
18539 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18545 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18551 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18555 Wild Horse Rd, Poway 92064
18560 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18570 Old Coach Way, Poway 91403
18575 Wild Horse Creek, Poway 92064
18576 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18580 Locksley St, San Diego 92128
18584 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18587 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18588 Locksley St, San Diego 92128
18607 Aceituno St, San Diego 92128
18608 Robleda Ct, San Diego 92128
18617 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18626 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18634 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18635 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18641 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18642 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18642 Locksley St, San Diego 92128
18643 Locksley St, San Diego 92128
18647 Aceituno St, San Diego 92128
18647 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18650 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18653 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18658 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18658 Locksley St, San Diego 92128
18666 Locksley St, San Diego 92128
18666 Wessex St, San Diego 92128
18667 Aceituno St, San Diego 92128
18667 Locksley St, San Diego 92128
18670 Polvera Dr, San Diego 92128
18673 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92026
18674 Wessex St, San Diego 92128
18675 Avenida Cordillera, San Diego 92128
18682 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18682 Locksley St, San Diego 92128
18683 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18683 Locksley St, San Diego 92128
18684 Bernardo Trails Dr, San Diego 92128
18687 Aceituno St, San Diego 92128
18687 Robleda Ct, San Diego 92128
18689 Locksley St, San Diego 92128
18690 Lancashire Way, San Diego 92128
18690 Polvera Dr, San Diego 92128
18697 Locksley St, San Diego 92128
18701 Heritage Dr, Poway 92064
18705 Polvera Dr, San Diego 92128
18707 Aceituno St, San Diego 92128
18707 Olmeda Pl, San Diego 92128
18708 Olmeda Pl, San Diego 92128
18718 Lunada Pt, San Diego 92128
18735 Bernardo Trails Dr, San Diego 92128
18735 Old Coach Way, Poway 92064
18736 Aceituno St, San Diego 92128
18750 Deer Valley Ests, Poway 92064
18770 Old Coach Way, Poway 92064
18787 Aceituno St, San Diego 92128
18808 Bernardo Trails Dr, San Diego 92128
18808 Bravata Ct, San Diego 92128
18828 Bravata Ct, San Diego 92108
18829 Bernardo Trails Dr, San Diego 92128
18829 Bravata Ct, San Diego 92128
18839 Bernardo Trails Dr, San Diego 92128
19 Stonepointe Dr, Escondido 92025
201 Calle Florecita, Escondido 92029
222 Calle Florecita, Escondido 92029
3414 Lomas Serenas Dr, Escondido 92029
3418 Lomas Serenas Dr, Escondido 92029
3425 Lomas Serenas Dr, Escondido 92029
3426 Lomas Serenas Dr, Escondido 92029
3510 Avenida Amorosa, Escondido 92029
3522 Avenida Amorosa, Escondido 92029
3542 Avenida Amorosa, Escondido 92029
4148 Vista Bonita Ln, Escondido 92025
4150 Vista Bonita Ln, Escondido 92025
6125 Camino Selva, Unincorporated 92067
6129 Camino Selva, Unincorporated 92067
6131 Camino Selva, Unincorporated 92067
7035 Las Colinas, Unincorporated 92067
7097 Via Monalex, Unincorporated 92067
741 Fino Gln, Escondido 93101
743 Fino Gln, Escondido 92025
751 Fino Gln, Escondido 92025
753 Fino Gln, Escondido 85718
761 Fino Gln, Escondido 92025
763 Fino Gln, Escondido 92130

[Chase]

About 9pm last night, a new fire broke out near San Clemente in Camp Pendelton. I live in San Clemente. It is called the Horno fire. It grew fairly large and was running along a ridge and it headed south toward the ocean (our beaches face south rather than face west) and jumped over the 5 Freeway. This is the freeway that connects San Clemente to Oceanside. For those of you who know the area, it jumped the freeway around the check point station. They closed the freeway for a few hours. The Southbound lanes are now open, but the northbound lanes are still closed.

The fire is now burning west towards San Clemente. It is a couple of miles south of the San Onofre Power plant and the power plant is a couple of miles from the houses in San Clemente. They say the power plant is safe at this time. Knowing the area as I do, I doubt it since the entire area is surrounded by brush and the power plant is a Nuclear Power Plant (scary).

Due to the terrain in Camp Pendelton, they are not fighting the fire in the hills, but rather are letting it burn. They need water dropping planes or helicopters to fight the flames, but I do not think they are going to use any. The Santiago fire in Orange County has been going on for 60 hours now and up until an hour ago, they had not sent any water dropping planes in at all. Very frustrating. That fire has grown dramatically and is still growing and going strong. Thankfully, they started the planes dropping water there this past hour. So, since they have no water planes, they are going to let the Pendelton fire burn all the way to Barcilona road where they then plan to burn back fires to stop it. Barcilona road is less than 1 mile from homes in San Clemente.

They closed the schools in the area. I think they want everyone to stay inside and off the streets and out of the way. It is very smokey and ash is falling, so Chase and I are staying inside. But, the smoke does seep into my house, so I bought Chase a surgical mask. He does not like to wear it, but if it gets bad, I may have to tape it to him! The winds have slowed down and it is a cool at the moment (expected to be 85-90 by afternoon), so that is very helpful. Just toooooooooo many fires at one time. Just tragic what is happening in Southern California.

Hope Melissa is doing okay. She must be totally exhausted.

Brooke & Chase

[Docker Mom]

Thanks for keeping us all up to date. Keep safe, everyone. I live in a rural area and worry about fires on my hillside but to see all the devastation and homes lost, it is so, so sad. Melissa, I am praying for you and everone else affected by the fires. We can see the Santiago flames from our house and it is truly a gruesome sight. Putting up with all the ash is nothing compared to what alot of you are going through. It's hard to sit back and watch it all unfold and not be able to help.

My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Marilyn, Dunkin & Phoebe

[Sassy Girl]

I just got off the phone w/Melissa - they managed to get some sleep even w/the few hot spots they had to deal with. She is going to try and get to her house in Ramona to pick up food (for the dogs) and clothes for herself. They still have no power.

How is everyone doing after last night? Has anyone heard from Barbara H? Craig - any update?

There is a blog spot on Sign on San Diego, I don't remember if anyone has posted this yet...but just in case...http://sosdfireblog.blogspot.com/

[Sassy Girl]

About 9pm last night, a new fire broke out near San Clemente in Camp Pendelton. I live in San Clemente. It is called the Horno fire. It is very smokey and ash is falling, so Chase and I are staying inside. But, the smoke does seep into my house, so I bought Chase a surgical mask. He does not like to wear it, but if it gets bad, I may have to tape it to him! The winds have slowed down and it is a cool at the moment (expected to be 85-90 by afternoon), so that is very helpful. Just toooooooooo many fires at one time. Just tragic what is happening in Southern California.

Hope Melissa is doing okay. She must be totally exhausted.

Brooke & Chase

Brooke - you guys stay safe....my ex Mother in Law lives right outside of Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, I was dealing w/a very upset teenager last night when we heard about the Camp Pendleton fire. Ally (my older daughter) went into hysterics, it's hitting way too close for comfort for her since our loss last year.

All - please be safe - evacuate when you are told and those who choose to stay and fight - know we are here for you if you need ANYTHING!

[cbrrescuemom]

This map is the most current for San Diego County.

http://www.sdcountyemergency.com/newsreleases/10242007_01030hrs_Evac_FirePerem.pdf


Craig has been working in N. Cal but is flying home today. His home in Claremont is safe.

Barbara (Henry's mom)

[NevadaPuP]

Ursula, I just found this post on the blog. Could you call Melissa?? Maybe she can get some water before they run out.


Breaking news from SignOnSanDiego and The San Diego Union-Tribune

Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Free water in Ramona
Posted @ 1:17 PM
Free bottled water is available for anyone affected by the fire at the 7-Eleven in Ramona at 1076 Main St. while supplies last.

Posted by Debbi Baker at 1:17 PM

[NevadaPuP]

I also found this post on the blog..... I know that Melissa only uses bottle water for herself and the dogs but what about the horses??? She may want to somehow boil their water???


Breaking news from SignOnSanDiego and The San Diego Union-Tribune

Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Ramona residents should boil water
Posted @ 11:40 AM
Although Ramona is under mandatory evacuation orders, residents remaining in the city are being advised to boil tap water or use bottled water for drinking and cooking until further notice, county officials said.

Complete instructions can be found at: www.sdcountyemergency.com.

Posted by Jen Steele at 11:40 AM

[ssejrnv]

Thanks once again for all the updates.
Hopefully people will get back into their homes soon.
My aunt (in OC) originally thought she would not have any problems now may have to evacuate:-((
Melissa, stay strong and know you made the right choice as it sounds as if you hadn't of been there perhaps your home wouldn't be there now.
To everyone in the affected areas, we all continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
IF there is anything your Splashdog family can do, please let us know.
Stay Safe!
JJ and crew

[Linda Hettich]

Tasha, thanks a million for all the updates. Sarah, so glad you got such a great response to help all the pets. You are doing such a great job. I've had to get up at 1:30 every morning to get on the air by 4am. I thought of Brooke when I heard our reporter, who was standing in the middle of a deserted I-5 because traffic was shut down because the fire was burning on both sides of the freeway at Camp Pendleton.

Temperatures will cool off a little bit Thursday and Friday, when hopefully the relative humidity will increase to bring in more moisture to help the firefighters at night. But the big concern is the winds. They're not blowing quite as hard, and they are expected to diminish somewhat. Losing the air drops on Monday and Tuesday has been the biggest thing, so with the calmer winds, hopefully they'll be able to resume a more effective aerial assault.

As I was driving home, I saw a batallion chief and about 6 strike teams from Kern County heading east, probably to the San Bernardino Mountains. The Malibu fire has been reduced to hot spots, so those crews can head to Orange County and San Diego, too.

The head of FEMA is here, as is Homeland Security Chief Michael Chertoff. The President is on his way tomorrow. This is the biggest evacuation in U-S history. Thank goodness the loss of life has been remarkably low.

Hang in there everyone. I hope we're through the worst of it.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

Here's A Look At Some Of The Progress Being Made On Fires In
Los Angeles County...

The Buckweed Fire Is Now 94-percent Contained And Has Burned More Than 38-thousand Acres.

The Magic Fire Is 93-percent Contained And Has Burned More Than 28-hundred Acres.

The Ranch Fire Is 45-percent Contained And Has Chard More Than 51-thousand Acres.

And The Canyon Fire Is Now 85-percent Contained And Has Scorched More Than Four-thousand Acres.

And In San Diego County...

The Witch Fire Is Only One-percent Contained And Has Blackened More Than 197-thousand Acres.

The Harris Fire Is 10-percent Contained And Has Burned More Than 73-thousand Acres.

And The Rice And Horno Fires Are Ten-percent Contained And Have Destroyed More Than 13-thousand Acres.

[hershey kiss]

Hey everyone thanks for the updates.Urs tell Melissa we are thinking about her and if she needs anything to let us know Hershey Kiss

[PrinceAndyFlores]

No updates yet on the fire but there is this....

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Federal agents and local authorities are investigating the possibility that some of the wildfires devastating Southern California may have been deliberately set.
At least two of the fires -- in Orange and Riverside counties -- have been linked to arson.
The FBI has joined the search for evidence in brush-covered Orange County hills. Experts say the fire apparently had three ignition points. A $70,000 reward has been posted.
In San Bernardino County, a man suspected of starting a small fire was arrested and another man was shot to death by police after he fled officers who approached to see if he might be trying to set a fire.
The fires have destroyed about 1,500 homes and caused more than a half-million people to flee since the first blaze began late Saturday.
Authorities say patrols have been increased to in hopes of preventing copycat fires and looting.

[Stanley]

Flying home today from Alameda was surreal and something I’ll never forget. The smoky haze started in Ventura County and only got worse as we headed south. Los Angeles was completely masked out by the thick smoke hovering the city and valley. What looks like low clouds in the photo is actually smoke from the many fires burning in Southern California. As we flew over northern San Diego the multiple plumes of smoke rising upward were clearly visible and the airplane cabin started to smell of the disaster. I strained my eyes and pushed my nose tighter on the window knowing that Melissa is down there somewhere cat napping from fighting fires for the past 3 days. The airport seems normal except for the many people wearing fire fighting clothing and emergency assistance jackets. I suddenly realize they have traveled though the same smoky skies to help with the disaster. Exiting the airport and entering the smoke filled streets for the first time in 10 days I hear that familiar sound "Smoking is prohibited in the airport terminal."

http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p299/chaverstick/sandiegosmoke.jpg
Flying over LA about to enter San Diego County


http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p299/chaverstick/sandiego.jpg
Flaps down, almost home in San Diego

[PrinceAndyFlores]

California wildfire overall statistics:
- Acreage: 458,902
- Homes Destroyed: At least 1,400, according to individual
county reports.
- Deaths: One fire death, five fire-related deaths.
- Injuries: 26 to civilians, 40 to firefighters.

Major wildfires burning in California, by county:

San Diego County:
- Witch Fire: About 196,420 acres in northern San Diego County
from Witch Creek to Rancho Santa Fe. 20 percent contained. That is up 19 percent since this afternoon.
645 homes, 30 commercial properties destroyed. Two civilians and 12
firefighters injured. Containment expected Sunday.
- Poomacha Fire: 35,000 acres on the La Jolla Indian Reservation
and in northeastern San Diego County. 10 percent contained. 50
homes destroyed and 2,000 homes threatened. Eight firefighters,
four civilians injured.
- Horno/Ammo Fire: 10,000 acres on the Camp Pendleton Marine
base. 40 percent contained.
- Harris Fire: 75,000 acres burned 70 miles southeast of San
Diego north of the border town of Tecate. Ten percent contained.
155 structures and two commercial buildings destroyed, 2,000 homes
and 500 commercial properties threatened. One civilian killed, 21
injured civilians and seven injured firefighters. Containment
expected Nov. 4.
- Rice Fire: 9,000 acres in Fallbrook in northern San Diego
County. 20 percent contained. 206 homes and two commercial
properties destroyed. One firefighter injured.

Los Angeles County:
- Buckweed Fire: About 38,356 acres south of Agua Dulce in
northeastern Los Angeles County. Contained. 15 homes, 17
outbuildings, two bridges and 40 vehicles destroyed. Three
civilians and two firefighters injured. About 15,000 people and
5,500 homes evacuated.
- Canyon Fire: About 4,565 acres in coastal community of Malibu.
Contained. Six homes, two businesses and a church destroyed and
nine homes and five commercial buildings damaged. Three
firefighters suffered minor injuries. Cost estimated at $4.2
million. About 1,500 people, including several celebrities,
evacuated.
- Magic Fire: About 2,824 acres in northern Los Angeles County,
including Stevenson Ranch. Contained. No damages or injuries.

Ventura County:
- Ranch Fire: 54,716 acres in the Castaic area near Piru. 70
percent contained. One home, eight outbuildings destroyed, 500
homes and 50 commercial buildings threatened. One injury reported.

Orange County:
- Santiago Fire: About 19,200 acres east of Irvine. 50 percent
contained. Nine homes destroyed; eight homes and 12 outbuildings
damaged. Four minor injuries to firefighters.

San Bernardino County:
- Slide Fire: 10,800 acres in Green Valley Lake area of the San
Bernardino Mountains, east of Lake Arrowhead. No containment. At
least 200 homes destroyed. No injuries reported.
- Grass Valley Fire: 1,100 acres in Grass Valley area northwest
of Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino Mountains. 30 percent
contained. At least 113 homes destroyed. No injuries reported.
- An estimated 10,000 homes in the mountain resort communities
around both fires are threatened. Thousands of residents and a
hospital evacuated.

Riverside County:
- Rosa Fire: 411 acres near Temecula. 85 percent contained.

Santa Barbara County:
- Sedgewick Fire: 710 acres near Los Olivos. Contained. No
evacuations. No homes destroyed and no reports of injuries.

[daftershock]

Hello All,

I am safe and sound for the time being. We do have worries that the fire is back burning back to Barona. But our property is about 75% bruned.

Thank you for all your good thoughts and prayer. It truly felt. I think I am ready for a vaction. Someone said Cyno?

Here are a few pictures

Night before... Monday night
http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r49/daftershock/Picture193-1.jpg

coming down the ridge
http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r49/daftershock/Picture212.jpg
http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r49/daftershock/Picture217.jpg
sunrise after fire looking toward the ridge
http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r49/daftershock/Picture220.jpg

[daftershock]

side yard looking toward barn
http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r49/daftershock/Picture226.jpg

Dogs living out of truck
http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r49/daftershock/Picture206.jpg

Stryker being Stryker
http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r49/daftershock/Picture253.jpg

Dogs having a photo moment
http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r49/daftershock/Picture256.jpg

[Docker Mom]

Hi Melissa

It is great to hear from you and know you are safe. You seem to be in good spirits even though those pictures speak volumes of the horror you have been through.
Please take care. You + yours are in my thoughts & prayers.

Marilyn, Dunkin & Phoebe

[Chase]

Great to hear from you Melissa. Soooooo happy you are okay. And I agree with Melissa, it could not be a better time for a vacation; fresh air to breath, an air conditioned place to sleep, and caring friends. It is going to be great.

Here is an update on the situation here. The smoke is so bad here now in San Clemente that I can no longer keep it out of the house. Since there is a complete lack of information about the Camp Pendleton fire that is still burning next to me, I decided to drive the 5 miles down to the end of town this morning to find out myself. I drove up to the Marine guarding the Pendelton kiosk and he did not know the status of the fire (not very comforting). So, I drove down another 2 miles to the San Onofre NUCLEAR Power Plant and the smoke was so thick I could barely see. They had some police cars there. So, I headed back to the freeway.

At the onramp there were now 6 fire engines lined up at Barcilona and another 6 behind them coming down the freeway. So, I called all my neighbors and alerted them and then decided to drive up here to Anaheim to my work where we have air conditioning. Chase is with me so he has some fresh air to breath for the day. My neighbors will call me if the fire spreads to San Clemente.

Looking forward to seeing all of you.

Brooke & Chase

[MickeyD'sMom]

Oh Melissa I am so glad you are safe. You have not been out of my thoughts. I am going to hug you so hard at Cyno!!!
BIG HUGS!!!!!!

[daftershock]

I have not had a chance to read all the post from all of you. But I was able to see the post from Urs with Ol Glory. OMG The love I have for those colors. God Bless Everyone!

Rumor has it that fire is back burning in what is called Capitan, Barona and Ramona still in danger. This would in danger East end of Ramona and all of Barona. We are on generator power. Our property is 100% safe. We may have to watch for hot embers but that is EZ.

Prayers to Brooke and anyone else that is in danger

Please be safe. I know that should have evacuated. But really where was a safe place in San Diego for 17 head of horses? Feista island is about the only place I know.

[legallyblonde]

That's a big bummer about Cyno, I was so looking forward to seeing you. : ( But Melissa, that's wonderful news you and your family (furry fam included!) are all ok!

[deedclemdogg]

Melissa

So good to hear you are safe and okay!!! And a joy to see Stryker being Stryker! ;-) So many prayers have gone from WI to CA!!! My students have had a crash course on CA this past couple days with the fires going. I've had some walk up to me in the halls and hand me a "CNN" update on the fires that they printed off during their study halls! So you're famous in SE WI for sure!! :-)

Truly though, anything that can be done from here--please let us know! We'll keep praying for everyone!

[Chase]

Melissa:

Thanks for the concern, but you have it sooooo much worse than I do. The smoke is really bad at my house, but no fire yet. Thick, just cannot breathe. Chase & I got a break today at work with air conditioning but am about to leave for home in a few minutes. I just wish we could get some better info about the fire around the San Onofre Power Plant.

By the way, as far as the dogs not having an opportunity to practice in this fire situation. I have not even allowed Chase to play with his toys inside in order to keep his breathing low and the smoke out of his lungs. I am sure that is true of all the dogs in Southern California. But everyone should come to Cyno anayway. It will just be a big party where they dogs can get some fresh air, don't worry about whether they will score well or not, just everyone come and play.

Hopefully the smoke will not follow us out there!

Brooke & Chase

[FlyingSquirrel]

Hi Everyone --

I'm just catching up with 11 pages of this thread - Melissa, I should have realized you were right in the midst of it all, so glad you and your crew are ok. Brooke, stay safe!

I had an appointment in Orange County on Monday and saw the very thick smoke from the Santiago Fires, which seemed way too close for comfort. The Santa Anas picked up and dissipated the smoke but the winds were so strong the conference room windows were rattling. Truly the perfect storm for wildfires to spread...

At home, we've had just a brown haze in all directions and smokey air to breathe. A friend up in Bouquet Canyon sent photos of her place on Monday with a thick wall of smoke approaching that looked like a massive tornado on top of them. There was a flare-up that night across the road but it burned itself out. Roads were closed so they were stuck. No one in, no one out. She would not leave her animals and I couldn't blame her. She was lucky.

It's all so surreal. Tho' not being in the midst of it, I've been listening to the radio and watching the news about the fires all week, imagining the millions of displaced residents and thousands of homes destroyed by the fires. My thoughts go out to those of you who have had to go thru this horrible experience. If we can do anything to help, please let us know. I hope everyone stays safe and we will see you in Scottsdale soon for a much-needed respite.

Take care,

Kim

[NevadaPuP]

Melissa... so glad that you, your Mom, the dogs and all 17 horses are okay. Luck and I am sure some hard work was on your side.

I got an email from a fellow flyball friend of someone who has not been so lucky. Rhonda Dunn (who was once on INXS, then moved to Turn N Spit) on the other hand lost everything. The barn where she is manager is gone. They lost 5 horses, one being Rhonda's. She was able to save one of her horses and her dogs. Her cat and birds are gone. The last heard was that she is staying in Del Mar at a hotel right now. Cris Maxwell (also formerly of INXS) was evacuated from Ramona Sun. night and is staying with friends. She has yet to go back and see if her trailer is still there. I don't know where Rhonda's property was, the email from my friend didn't say. It is just all so sad. They need to catch these a**holes who started the fires and string them up by their U know whats.

I do think although you as you said probably should have left however you staying and fighting may have saved the lives of the horses as well as the house/barns burning down. It was a very brave thing to do.

Brooke, Melissa.....keep staying safe and update us when you can.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

California wildfire overall statistics:
- Acreage: 479,756
- Homes Destroyed: At least 1,800, according to authorities.
- Deaths: Three confirmed fire deaths, seven fire-related
deaths.
- Injuries: 27 to civilians, 52 to firefighters.
- People taking shelter in the Red Cross' 24 evacuation centers:
6,001, according to the state Office of Emergency Services.
- Water dumped on the fires: 181,000 gallons, plus 14,500
gallons of fire retardant, according to the state Office of
Emergency Services

Active wildfires burning in Southern California, by county:

San Diego County:
- Witch Fire: About 197,990 acres in northern San Diego County
from Witch Creek to Rancho Santa Fe. 20 percent contained. 645
homes, 30 commercial properties, 175 outbuildings and 230 autos
destroyed. Property loss estimated at $251,812,500. Firefighting
costs estimated at $5.3 million. Two burned bodies found in a
charred home. Two civilians and 22 firefighters injured.
Containment expected Tuesday.

- Poomacha Fire: 35,000 acres on the La Jolla Indian Reservation
and in northeastern San Diego County. 20 percent contained. 50
homes destroyed and 12 firefighters injured.

- Horno/Ammo Fire: 17,000 acres on the Camp Pendleton Marine
base. 40-50 percent contained. 800 military families displaced from
homes.

- Harris Fire: 81,000 acres burned 70 miles southeast of San
Diego north of the border town of Tecate. 10 percent contained. 155
homes, 17 outbuildings, 120 autos and two commercial buildings
destroyed. One civilian killed, 21 injured civilians and seven
injured firefighters. Containment expected Wednesday.

- Rice Fire: 9,000 acres in Fallbrook in northern San Diego
County. 30 percent contained. 206 homes, 40 outbuildings, 91 autos
and two commercial properties destroyed. One firefighter injured.

Ventura County:
- Ranch Fire: 55,756 acres in the Castaic area near Piru. 70
percent contained. One home, eight outbuildings destroyed. One
firefighter injured.

Orange County:
- Santiago Fire: About 23,000 acres east of Irvine. 30 percent
contained. 14 homes and eight other buildings destroyed and four
minor injuries to firefighters.

San Bernardino County:
- Slide Fire: 11,366 acres in Green Valley Lake area of the San
Bernardino Mountains. No containment. At least 200 homes destroyed.
No injuries reported.

- Grass Valley Fire: 1,100 acres in Grass Valley area in the San
Bernardino Mountains. 40 percent contained. At least 113 homes
destroyed. No injuries reported.

Contained Fires
Los Angeles:
- Buckweed: Burned 38,356 in northeastern Los Angeles County.
Contained Wednesday evening. 21 homes, 22 outbuildings, two bridges
and 40 vehicles destroyed. Three civilians and two firefighters
injured. Firefighting costs estimated at $5.8 million.

- Canyon: Burned 4,565 acres in Malibu. Contained Wednesday. Six
homes, two businesses and a church destroyed. Three firefighters
suffered minor injuries. Firefighting costs estimated at $5.2
million.

- Magic: About 2,824 acres in northern Los Angeles County.
Contained. No damages or injuries.

- Meadowridge: About 40 acres burned with no damage to property.
Contained Tuesday.

Riverside:
- Rosa: Burned 411 acres and two outbuildings near Temecula.
Contained Thursday.

- Roca: Burned 270 acres. Contained Wednesday. One home
destroyed and one person injured.

San Diego:
- Cajon: 250 acres. Contained.
- McCoy: 300 acres. Contained.
- Coronado Hills: 300 acres. Contained.
- Wilcox: 200 acres. Contained.

Ventura:
- Nightsky: 35 acres. Contained.
Santa Barbara County:
- Sedgewick Fire: 710 acres near Los Olivos. Contained Monday.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

Four charred bodies found in migrant camp

SAN DIEGO (AP) - Authorities say four charred bodies have been
found in what is believed to be a migrant camp just east of San
Diego.
A spokeswoman for the San Diego County medical examiner's office
says the bodies were found in a wooded area near Barrett Junction,
along the Mexican border in unincorporated San Diego County. The
area is near a major corridor for illegal immigrants who often walk
hours or even days to cross into the US from Mexico.
Authorities say they discovered the bodies this afternoon in an
area that was burned by the Harris Fire, which straddles the
Mexican border. That was the same fire that claimed the life of a
52-year-old Tecate man who refused to leave his house when the area
was evacuated Sunday.
It's unclear when the four victims died.

[MickeyD'sMom]

Tasha:
If there is an award at Cyno for "newcaster" you've got my vote!! Great job thanks for all of this information.

[hershey kiss]

Melissa we are so glad you & your family are safe and don't forget you & Seth
have a date at worlds and yes we all need a drink at dinner on Sat. if you need anything please let us know ok.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

SAN DIEGO (AP) - Mandatory evacuation orders have been lifted
for most residential areas of San Diego and emergency shelters are
beginning to empty at a rapid rate. Still, some areas are too
dangerous to return to, and in some areas, evacuation orders are
still being issued. Among them is an area south of San Diego where
rural communities on the Mexican border are under threat.

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Authorities say at least five people have
been arrested for arson since wildfires broke out across Southern
California this week, but none has been linked to any of the major
blazes. Meanwhile, a fire chief expressed outrage over a blaze that
investigators say was intentionally set in the foothills of Orange
County and destroyed nine homes. The fire, he said, diluted
suppression efforts elsewhere in the region.


And thanks for the vote Sandra! We appreciate it.

[NevadaPuP]

See article below......

By Debbi Farr Baker
UNION-TRIBUNE BREAKING NEWS TEAM

and Jennifer Vigil
UNION-TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

4:40 p.m. October 25, 2007

Ramona is no longer threatened by fire, but residents remain locked out of the community because of a major water problem.
Ramona's water operations manager, Ron Mulick, said he doesn't know when water will be restored and said it may be a couple of days before the “extreme water crisis” is over.

To make matters worse, residents who did not evacuate or who sneaked back in are hampering the agency's efforts by turning meters back on and using the water for everything from irrigating their lawns to flushing the toilets, Mulick said. All water use is prohibited in the rural town at this time.

The Ramona Municipal Water District is working around the clock to refill the town's water system, which includes 20 million gallons of storage tanks as well as 200 miles of pipelines.

It's a slow process. The pipes have to be cleared of air and slowly filled so they will not be damaged. Only after the pipes fill up can the storage tanks begin to fill, which will bring back the water pressure.

The system was completely emptied when power was lost to the main pumping station as firefighters battled back the flames that threatened the rural enclave.

Firefighting aircraft filled their tanks with Ramona's water supply and many homeowners left sprinklers running when they fled their homes. Also, as homes were destroyed, pipes were broken and water leaked freely, Mulick said.

The delays are causing tempers to flare as hundreds of residents are blocked from returning to their homes.

County Supervisor Dianne Jacob placed the blame on the municipal water district. She said officials there worked regular hours this week when they should have been on overtime trying to address the problems.

She said it took a meeting Thursday morning between Walt Ekard, the county's chief administrative officer, Maureen Stapleton, head of the County Water Authority, and a top fire official to persuade the district's general manager to seek their aid.

“People are angry, I'm angry and rightly so,” Jacob said. “People should be outraged that their water district took so long and refused over several days to make this request.” But Mulick said water officials did not immediately request mutual aid from the county because they were already getting help from the County Water Authority as well as SDG&E. The agency made the official request Thursday.

Mulick said he and his employees are working non-stop and that several of his staff members were camped out in the parking lot in motor homes.

Mulick said the water district has not faced anything of the magnitude of this week's fires.

“I apologize that we can't do more,” he said. “We're doing everything we can.”

Water crews are visiting homes turning off meters were water is being used. But it's an uphill battle.

Mulick said he has heard reports of people going through neighborhoods and turning meters on. He said that's a huge problem and that just delays the restoration of the system for everyone. They have called the Sheriff's department to ask for assistance.

“Please don't use the water,” Mulick said.

The county will sent portable toilets and bottled water to Ramona, Jacob said, but she urged residents who forced their way into the community not to turn on their faucets. The water could be contaminated and any attempts to use it could also leach away water needed for the fire fight.

“I understand their anger, but at the same time people need to understand what the problem is and going back and turning on the water could make it worse,” Jacob said.

Melissa.... what are you doing for water?? Hope you were able to get some of that free water from the 7-11.

Ok fine.... if she must she can go ??? (well you know) on a burnt bush but what are the horses supposed to drink??? The nightmare continues......

and.... Tasha you get my vote too. Thanks for all the posts.

[FlyingSquirrel]

Here is a satellite image that shows how the smoke is traveling:
http://www.osei.noaa.gov/iod.html
Each day they have a new image. Yesterday they had a .gif image that gave a time lapse and you could see the smoke travel across the region out to the ocean.

If anyone else has Google Earth, there are updates for the fires:
http://earth.google.com/
Google Earth is a satellite program with still image photography of the earth with extremely fine detail. I was able to locate the homes of a couple of friends to see that they were outside the fire zones. It does not show the actual fires, but indicates the impacted areas. Cannot guarantee the accuracy, but it is supposedly "updated" and at least another reference.

Kim

[Stanley]

This photo speaks for itself.

http://www.nbcsandiego.com/slideshow/14427144/detail.htmlindex.html?currentSlide=19&taf=dgo

[all4sadie]

Great to hear from you Melissa.....I've been worried.....I'm so glad you and your family...animals too are all safe......

Take some time off and go to Cyno....you need the break....

Everyone please stay safe.....

Cindy & Sadie

[PrinceAndyFlores]

Thieves and scam artists try to take advantage of SoCal fires

SAN DIEGO (AP) - In the words of one volunteer: "It's the worst kind of crime you can commit when you take advantage of a situation like this."
Crooks posing as weary evacuees have tried to fill their pockets, pickup trucks and even tents with piles of donated food, clothing and toiletries at the largest camp for victims of California's wildfires.
At San Diego's Qualcomm Stadium, volunteer Karen Huff says she and other volunteers alerted police earlier this week when they spotted a half-dozen people loading two pickup trucks with relief items. Police confronted the thieves and recovered the goods.
The U.S. Justice Department says it will investigate allegations of fraud and warns prosecutors will pursue those who steal federal relief meant for victims.


And now a statistical update....

California wildfire overall statistics:
- Acreage: 486,766

- Homes Destroyed: At least 1,780, according to authorities.

- Deaths: Three confirmed fire deaths, seven fire-related deaths.

- Injuries: 52 to firefighters, and about 30 injuries to civilians.

- People taking shelter in 45 evacuation centers as of 4 p.m.
Thursday: 12,465, according to the state Office of Emergency Services.

Active wildfires burning in Southern California, by county:

San Diego County:
- Witch Fire: About 197,990 acres in northern San Diego County from Witch Creek to Rancho Santa Fe. 30 percent contained. 1,061 homes, 30 commercial properties, 175 outbuildings and 230 autos destroyed. Firefighting cost: $7 million. Two burned bodies found in a charred home. Two civilians and 22 firefighters injured.

- Poomacha Fire: 38,500 acres on the La Jolla Indian Reservation and in northeastern San Diego County. 30 percent contained. 60 homes destroyed and 12 firefighters injured. Firefighting cost: $1.6 million.

- Horno/Ammo Fire: 17,000 acres on the Camp Pendleton Marine base. 40-50 percent contained.

- Harris Fire: 84,000 acres burned 70 miles southeast of San Diego and north of the border town of Tecate. 20 percent contained. 97 homes, 17 outbuildings, 120 autos and two commercial buildings destroyed. One civilian killed, 21 injured civilians and seven injured firefighters. Firefighting cost: $5.4 million.

- Rice Fire: 9,000 acres in Fallbrook in northern San Diego County. 40 percent contained. 206 homes, 40 outbuildings, 91 autos and two commercial properties destroyed. Three reported injuries. Firefighting cost: $1.9 million.

Ventura County:
- Ranch Fire: 55,756 acres in the Castaic area near Piru. 80 percent contained. One home, eight outbuildings destroyed. One firefighter injured. Firefighting cost: $7 million.

Orange County:
- Santiago Fire: 26,000 acres east of Irvine. 30 percent contained. 14 homes destroyed, and eight other structures damaged; four minor injuries to firefighters. Firefighting cost: $4 million.

San Bernardino County:
- Slide Fire: 11,675 acres in Green Valley Lake area of the San Bernardino Mountains. 15 percent contained. At least 200 homes destroyed. One firefighter suffered minor injuries. Firefighting cost: $3 million.

- Grass Valley Fire: 1,100 acres in Grass Valley area in the San Bernardino Mountains. 70 percent contained. At least 113 homes destroyed. Firefighting cost: $2.5 million.

Contained Fires
Los Angeles:
- Buckweed: Burned 38,356 in northeastern Los Angeles County. Contained Wednesday evening. 21 homes, 22 outbuildings, two bridges and 40 vehicles destroyed. Three civilians and two firefighters injured. Firefighting cost: $5.8 million.

- Canyon: Burned 4,565 acres in Malibu. Contained Wednesday. Six homes, two businesses and a church destroyed. Three firefighters suffered minor injuries. Firefighting cost: $5.2 million.

- Magic: About 2,824 acres in northern Los Angeles County.

- Meadowridge: About 40 acres burned with no damage to property.

Riverside:
- Rosa: Burned 411 acres and two outbuildings near Temecula.

- Roca: Burned 270 acres. Contained Wednesday. One home destroyed and one person injured.

San Diego:
- Cajon: 250 acres.

- McCoy: 300 acres.

- Coronado Hills: 300 acres.

- Wilcox: 200 acres.

Ventura:
- Nightsky: 35 acres.

Santa Barbara County:
- Sedgewick Fire: 710 acres near Los Olivos.

[Stanley]

The Qualcomm Stadium evacuation center was one of many places locals called home during the fires. This photo album link http://signonsandiego.lamphost.net/qualcomm?page=1
shows how quick the community came together to help each other. I believe Qualcomm is where Sarah (Splishsplashcash) spent the entire week helping those who were forced to evacuate. Thank you Sarah for your tireless work.

[SplishSplashCrash]

The Qualcomm Stadium evacuation center was one of many places locals called home during the fires. This photo album link http://signonsandiego.lamphost.net/qualcomm?page=1
shows how quick the community came together to help each other. I believe Qualcomm is where Sarah (Splishsplashcash) spent the entire week helping those who were forced to evacuate. Thank you Sarah for your tireless work.

Just one night.

Mostly I am at mira mesa high with the san diego humane society. Actually, leaving in 30mins to head that way. I swear I alone am keeping red bull in buisness! :)

[TeamIrish]

Continuing to send prayers from Indiana to our SoCal friends. Glad to hear you and yours are safe Melissa! Keep up the positive attitude!

Jillian & Team Irish

[Sassy Girl]

Hey guys,

Was swamped yesterday here at work - yeah, yeah I know you don't here that very often from me, lol....anyway, Tasha - you ROCK! The updates you've been giving are so helpful to all of us.

Brooke, Melissa and all the southern Cali family - stay safe, a few more days and we can totally unwind in Scottsdale!

I received this pic from a friend at work in Temecula yesterday....thought I would share, this was sunrise on Tuesday morning.

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/sassygirl2171/SunriseOverTemecula.jpg

[Chase]

Hi everyone:

The air at my house and unfortunately inside my house is still really smokey, but the Pendelton Fire is almost contained, so that is good news. So, no longer any threat, except to the lungs. For any of you who are in smokey areas of Southern California and do not have air conditioning in their homes (like me), put your dog in the car and turn on the air conditioner full blast and put it on recirculate (so it does not pull in the outside air) and drive around to get a break. That is what I have done with Chase. We are at work now and the air is cleaner here so I ran Chase around outside for a few minutes to get some fresh air into his lungs.

By the way, if any of you are considering moving at some point, you should consider San Diego. Those San Diego people are angels. Somewhere between 750,000 to 1,000,000 people which is 10% -20% of the entire population of that county was evacuated and everyone in that community banded to gether. Just amazing.

Here is a web site that shows the devastation to San Diego; the fire boundaries and evacuation boundaries, etc.

http://www.sdcountyemergency.com/newsreleases/10262007_0800hrs_Evac_FirePerem.pdf

I cannot wait to get to Scottsdale and see you all and see Melissa's pups running around in the fresh air.

Brooke & Chase

[PrinceAndyFlores]

Some Southern Californians return to neighborhoods as others evacuate...

SAN DIEGO (AP) - Nearly half a million acres have burned across
Southern California this week, and the fight against the flames
remains far from over.
Nine uncontained fires of a thousand acres or more are burning
in four counties. The largest is the Witch Fire in San Diego
County, which has torched nearly 200,000 thousand acres.
Authorities have issued a mandatory evacuation for another
community -- the town of Julian, with a population of about 3,000.
Some 1,800 homes have been lost so far, 80 percent in San Diego
County. The property damage in the county alone has surpassed a
billion dollars. The fires are being directly blamed for three
deaths, and seven others are being called fire-related because the
people were evacuees.
Thousands of evacuees have been returning to their
neighborhoods. The lucky ones are finding their homes standing in a
blackened landscape.
Officials have opened assistance centers in the hardest-hit
communities. There, displaced residents can get help with
insurance, rebuilding and even mental health counseling.


************************************************** *******


CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES-TRIBES
$5M in aid directed to SoCal tribes

LOS ANGELES (AP) - The federal government is directing more than
5 million dollars to help American Indian communities repair damage
from Southern California's wildfires.
Funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development will be available to repair homes, pay for temporary
housing, restore communities' centers on tribal lands and other
costs.
Wildfires have destroyed 100 homes on four Southern California
reservations, including Rincon, La Jolla, and Barona.
Other reservations have been evacuated. They include Pauma,
Pala, Sycuan, Jamul and Viejas.


************************************************** *******


CHARGERS-WILDFIRES
Chargers, Houston Texans to play Sunday in San Diego, as
scheduled

SAN DIEGO (AP) - Chased from their homes and practice fields by
deadly wildfires, the San Diego Chargers will return home to play
the Houston Texans at Qualcomm Stadium on Sunday as scheduled.
The game's date and time had been in doubt because Qualcomm has
been used as a major evacuation center during the wildfires that
swept San Diego County.
Some 46 players, coaches and staff members had to evacuate their
suburban homes starting early Monday morning. Among them were
LaDainian Tomlinson, Philip Rivers, Shawne Merriman, coach Norv
Turner and general manager A.J. Smith.
The team canceled practice Monday, then flew to Phoenix Tuesday
night for three days of practice at the Arizona Cardinals'
headquarters. The Chargers are scheduled to practice in Phoenix
this afternoon.

[PrinceAndyFlores]

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Authorities investigating a destructive Southern California wildfire set by an arsonist are asking for the public's help in finding a truck seen in the area when the fire started.
Authorities released a picture of a white Ford F-150 on Friday and say they want to talk to the driver. They are not calling the driver a suspect.
Investigators say the vehicle was seen around the time the fire broke out in an Orange County canyon.
The fire has burned 26,000 acres and destroyed 14 homes in the foothills east of Irvine.
Authorities believe the blaze was deliberately set because they found two ignition points within a short distance - a common sign of arson.

[ROCK]

Melissa,

So nice to hear from you on the board. What a relief!! I can't imagine what you all went through. So happy to hear you are safe, as well as the other Splashdoggers from CA.

Leave it to you... Strkyer being Stryker http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s271/ROCKTHEDOCK/SmileFaceIcon.gif love it!!

WOW, you did you notice all the ORBS in this photo?? That was no smoke, dust and ashes there. Looks like the orbs were out in full force. How could those animals not be safe!!!

http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s271/ROCKTHEDOCK/MelissasHorseOrbs.jpg

Barb and Rockhttp://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s271/ROCKTHEDOCK/GreenSmileFaceicon.gif

[PrinceAndyFlores]

California wildfire overall statistics:
- Acreage: 503,322.

- Homes Destroyed: At least 1,700, according to county authorities.

- Deaths: Three confirmed fire deaths, seven fire-related deaths. Authorities investigating whether four charred bodies found east of San Diego on Thursday were victims of the Harris Fire.

- Injuries: 71 to firefighters, and 27 to civilians.

- People taking shelter in 22 evacuation centers as of 8 p.m.
Friday: 2,882, according to the state Office of Emergency Services.

Active wildfires burning in Southern California, by county:
San Diego County:
- Witch Fire: About 197,990 acres in northern San Diego County from Witch Creek to Rancho Santa Fe. 45 percent contained. 911 homes, 30 commercial properties, 175 outbuildings and 230 autos destroyed. Firefighting cost: $9 million. Two burned bodies found in a charred home. Two civilians and 26 firefighters injured.

- Poomacha Fire: 42,000 acres on the La Jolla Indian Reservation and in northeastern San Diego County. 35 percent contained. 78 homes and 19 outbuildings destroyed, 2,000 homes threatened and 14 firefighters injured. Firefighting cost: $1.7 million.

- Horno/Ammo Fire: 20,000 acres on the Camp Pendleton Marine base. 80 percent contained.

- Harris Fire: 85,000 acres burned 70 miles southeast of San Diego and north of the border town of Tecate. 35 percent contained. 111 homes, 86 outbuildings, 120 autos and one commercial building destroyed. One civilian killed, 21 injured civilians and 16 injured firefighters. 1500 homes threatened. Firefighting cost: $7.2 million.

- Rice Fire: 9,000 acres in Fallbrook in northern San Diego County. 60 percent contained. 206 homes, 40 outbuildings, 91 autos and two commercial properties destroyed. 200 homes threatened and 3 firefighters injured. Firefighting cost: $3.1 million.

Ventura County:
- Ranch Fire: 58,401 acres in northern Los Angeles County and eastern Ventura County near Piru. 94 percent contained. One home, nine outbuildings destroyed. One firefighter injured. Firefighting cost: $8.7 million.

Orange County:
- Santiago Fire: 27,600 acres east of Irvine. 35 percent contained. 14 homes destroyed, and eight other structures damaged; four minor injuries to firefighters. Firefighting cost: $5.5 million.

San Bernardino County:
- Slide Fire: 13,700 acres in Green Valley Lake area of the San Bernardino Mountains. 20 percent contained. At least 200 homes destroyed along with three outbuildings and 10,000 residences threatened. One firefighter suffered minor injuries. Firefighting cost: $4 million.

- Grass Valley Fire: 1,140 acres in Grass Valley area in the San Bernardino Mountains. 75 percent contained. At least 162 homes destroyed and 6,000 threatened. Firefighting cost: $3.1 million.

Contained Fires
Los Angeles:
- Buckweed: Burned 38,356 in northeastern Los Angeles County. Contained Wednesday evening. 21 homes, 22 outbuildings, two bridges and 40 vehicles destroyed. Three civilians and two firefighters injured. Firefighting cost: $5.8 million.

- Canyon: Burned 4,565 acres in Malibu. Contained Wednesday. Six homes, two businesses and a church destroyed. Three firefighters suffered minor injuries. Firefighting cost: $5.2 million.

- Magic: About 2,824 acres in northern Los Angeles County.

- Meadowridge: About 40 acres burned with no damage to property.

Riverside:
- Rosa: Burned 411 acres and two outbuildings near Temecula.

- Roca: Burned 270 acres. Contained Wednesday. One home destroyed and one person injured.

San Diego:
- Cajon: 250 acres.

- McCoy: 300 acres.

- Coronado Hills: 300 acres.

- Wilcox: 200 acres.

Ventura:
- Nightsky: 35 acres.

Santa Barbara County:
- Sedgewick Fire: 710 acres near Los Olivos.

[SplishSplashCrash]

I live in Mission valley and it is raining!!! YAY!!! :)

This is exactly what san diego needed. :)

[huklbre]

Hoorrraayyy for rain!
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p205/huklbre/bigclap.gif

[NevadaPuP]

Melissa,

WOW, you did you notice all the ORBS in this photo?? That was no smoke, dust and ashes there. Looks like the orbs were out in full force. How could those animals not be safe!!!
Barb and Rock

I noticed the same thing... They didn't look like smoke and ash to me either as it looked like water but I knew there was no water coming out of the sky. Hmmmmm ORBS??? Sounds like a good explanation to me.

[NevadaPuP]

Hey guys,

Was swamped yesterday here at work - yeah, yeah I know you don't here that very often from me, lol....anyway, Tasha - you ROCK! The updates you've been giving are so helpful to all of us.

Brooke, Melissa and all the southern Cali family - stay safe, a few more days and we can totally unwind in Scottsdale!

I received this pic from a friend at work in Temecula yesterday....thought I would share, this was sunrise on Tuesday morning.

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/sassygirl2171/SunriseOverTemecula.jpg

This photo is eerily beautiful. How could something so beautiful cause such horrible devastation???

[PrinceAndyFlores]

SAN DIEGO (AP) - Rain in some areas of Southern California is helping firefighters battling wildfires -- and more precipitation is expected.

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection says the more than 58,000-acre Ranch Fire in Ventura County northwest of Los Angeles in Ventura County was fully contained during the night. Crews are working to complete lines around six other big fires.

Meanwhile, clouds are streaming inland from the Pacific, with
meteorologists predicting areas of drizzle and light showers through Wednesday morning. At the same time, forecasters say there's a chance that moderate Santa Ana winds will return by Friday.

But the National Weather Service says they won't be nearly as strong as those that spread fires last week.

[Labpaw]

I just got back into town and I am hoping the worst is over. And, I hope that the widespread devastation is met with equal and overwhelming community and national support to all those affected. Our thoughts and hearts are with you. We made a donation to the Red Cross today. Please take care of yourselves. xoxo

[NevadaPuP]

re....... I got an email from a fellow flyball friend of someone who has not been so lucky. Rhonda Dunn (who was once on INXS, then moved to Turn N Spit) on the other hand lost everything. The barn where she is manager is gone. They lost 5 horses, one being Rhonda's. She was able to save one of her horses and her dogs. Her cat and birds are gone.

I know that most of you already know of the devastation that Rhonda is enduring but I thought that I would post the email and website that will give you all a full account of her horror. I am warning you all now, her story is devastating. It would be great if anybody could help out. She lost everything and really needs our help.

Crosspost from CalFB by Stacie Giambastiani (TurnNSpit Flyball Club)

Words can not express what has happened to our team member, Rhonda Dunn, during these wild fires in San Diego. As I am sure most of you have been following the list, Rhonda has lost everything. She needs her flyball family right now...she needs our help! Turn N' Spit will be collecting donations at the Cynosport Championships in Arizona this weekend! Please show your support and donate! We will have posters for you to sign, give your thoughts and words of encouragement! We will be presenting these to her along with all the contributions we have collected over the weekend. Some of us on TNS will be making a detour on our way home from AZ and stopping by to see Rhonda and give her all that we have collected.

Please read and the follow website set up im memory of all she has lost and what she will need to move on. If you will not be at the championships and would still like to donate...there is all the information you will need on this website.
http://www.kellenkennels.com/HelpRhonda.html

[SplishSplashCrash]

Please read and the follow website set up im memory of all she has lost and what she will need to move on. If you will not be at the championships and would still like to donate...there is all the information you will need on this website.
http://www.kellenkennels.com/HelpRhonda.html

Thank you for sharing that. As hard as it was for me to read I am glad to have read it and now be able to help. I will be donating as soon as I get my next paycheck.

As a horse owner and animal lover my heart breaks knowing how hard it must have been to drive away from those horses.

I am so saddened by her loss.

[NevadaPuP]

Thank you for sharing that. As hard as it was for me to read I am glad to have read it and now be able to help. I will be donating as soon as I get my next paycheck.

As a horse owner and animal lover my heart breaks knowing how hard it must have been to drive away from those horses.

I am so saddened by her loss.

Oh Sarah..... I know. I don't think I could have driven away and probably would have killed myself along with ones that parished. She is/was very brave and a hero for saving the lives that she did.

[TeamIrish]

That is one of the saddest things ever. Tears are rolling down my face at the thought of her leaving her beloved horses. I don't think I could do it.....