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Schmidty
08-02-2015, 10:44 AM
We had a dry lightning storm last night and one bolt started a wildfire on my road, only 4-5 miles away.

We could use some prayers and aren't even able to purchase home insurance because of the area we live in. I wouldn't even be here, but my father-in-law died last year and my wife's mom is in her 60's and her grandma is 83 and don't have the physical ability to keep up with the horses, farm, etc. Have to help family though.

Oh, here's the map: CAL FIRE - California Statewide Fire Map (http://www.fire.ca.gov/general/firemaps.php)

We're the Fern Rd. fire in Shasta county.

Dodgerchick
08-02-2015, 10:46 AM
Consider it done. Be safe.

dubb93
08-02-2015, 10:47 AM
Above all, stay safe Schmidty. Sending good vibes your way.

Schmidty
08-02-2015, 10:52 AM
Thanks. It's only a 20 acre fire, but it still freaks me out. I can usually see for miles up here in the foothills, but I can't see beyond 100 yards or so.

Schmidty
08-02-2015, 01:40 PM
60 acres now and 10% contained. I can't see much further than 200 yards, but I think it'll be ok. :)

JPhillips
08-02-2015, 01:45 PM
Take care and evac if you're told to. Fire isn't anything to fuck around with.

Schmidty
08-04-2015, 08:44 PM
I realize that most won't remotely care, but the fire is gone now.

My first wildfire. Yay.

Eaglesfan27
08-04-2015, 08:53 PM
Glad the fire is out Schmidty.

Chief Rum
08-04-2015, 09:17 PM
Glad you're safe, Schmidty!

JonInMiddleGA
08-04-2015, 09:28 PM
No fire waaaaay better than fire.
Glad it ended up steered clear.