Tuesday, August 10, 2021

FIRE UPDATE

by Bob Walsh

The Dixie Fire, now the second largest in state history, has consumed almost 500,000 acres.  Over 100 buildings are lost, many of them private homes.  Several thousand houses are at least somewhat threatened.  The fire is less than 30% contained.

One small good note, the winds have changed here in the delta.  The wind is blowing in from the bay area and that is blowing the smoke into Nevada.  I feel sorry for them, but I am very happy for me.

1 comment:

Trey said...

It's hard to believe California didn't learn about controlling undergrowth from the Feds in the National Parks. The big fire in Yellowstone in the 80's was a eye opener and many changes were made. Fire is a natural occurring event that in some ways benefits the forest.