There’s still a red flag warning today because of the wind and low humidity but the winds may lessen for a couple of days starting tomorrow. The fire is still progressing, but slowly.
Here’s a screenshot from a May 8 Mt. Taylor Hotshots video showing members refueling their saw as other members continue work constructing a fireline.
At a community meeting last night they said we may be in the SET mode for a while. That means be ready to evacuate but not at a moment’s notice. They figure we should have about 24 hours warning. They are already evacuating large animals (horses) and people who need ambulance transport. They are also making provisions for people who need transportation or other help.
Andy and I are impressed by and grateful for everything people are doing. We are happy to wait patiently and do what they say.
May 10, 2022
I am happy they are on top of it and keeping you very well posted on what to do. glad to hear they are moving the animals. that is something that can’t happen quickly
They are doing their best to be proactive. Deciding when to tell people ot evacuate is always hard, but at least the fire is progressing slowly.
Thank you for this update! 22 years ago today, my mother and I flew in from Florida, expecting to spend a week with friends in White Rock ….. never realizing what was happening.
Bad timing! 😀 What did you do?
It sure does sound like the people in charge are well organized and have a good handle on a plan of action.
We’re impressed.
Continue to keep you guys in my thoughts.
Thank you. 🙂
good to see the administration is jworking at keeping all and everyone safe
Yes, they are doing their darndest.