San Diego Fires
As you likely know already there have been major fires burning throughout San Diego County. Both my parents and my wife’s parents had to evacuate their homes. Their neighborhoods were burned, but neither of their houses were destroyed. However, my parents’ detached garage was burned to the ground. Our neighborhood has not been in any immediate danger. There are currently fires burning about 2.5 - 3 miles from our home, but the latest reports state that the firefighters have made significant progress in containing the fires.
Yesterday morning we packed up some of our belongings and prepared to leave since many of the roads and freeways were being closed. We didn’t want to get stuck if the conditions became very unhealthy. We headed north to Murrieta with a few friends to stay with relatives. This morning we headed back to San Diego. We had to pass through Fallbrook where there were fires burning at the time. The I-15 freeway was fairly empty. The smoke made visibility very minimal. There were also spots where the flames were right next to the freeway. It was one of the eeriest experiences of my life.
It’s very smoky and ashy where we’re at, but we’re glad to be safe and at home. Below are photos I took yesterday morning before we left our home and this afternoon when we returned. If you’re reading this in an RSS reader you will need to visit the link to this post in your browser in order to see the slide show.
Search Flickr for firestorm2007 or witchcreekfire to see more photos of the fires in this area of San Diego.
Ryan I have been so concerned about everyone..called and left a message at your parents home…guess they couldn’t answer because they are not there. Glad to hear that you and Steph and the children are ok…please know that we are all praying for the family. I was concerned about your mom breathing in too much smoke too. Let mom and dad know that I called, I don’t have a cell number to reach them at. Wow, their shed burned…too close for comfort. How is Stephanie?? Funny how I found this site…just did a search in your name and it popped up on google! Wow, I feel smart. Love to Stephanie…how is she feeling?
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donna kurtz
Hello Ryan,
spoke with donna kurtz an she told me about this site. So glad to hear you guys are safe. i tried to call your parents last week an no one was home. i dont know if they had already been evacuated. please tell your mom and dad our prayers are with all of you. if you could also give them a message that tom and whit have been trying to get in touch with them. give our love to everyone. hope to hear from you soon. take care and God bless you.
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Hi Teresa,
My parents were evacuated. They stayed with some friends down in San Diego on Monday night and with us last night. Their house is okay, but their property was burned. I’ll let them know that you’re trying to get in touch with them.
Hi Ryan, I was so sorry to hear about your parents shed and garage but thank God their house is still standing.Our prayers are with all of you.Gary Jr. showed me your website.Take care and tell your folks we’re thinking of them.love,Lynn and Gary Neltnor