Waldo Canyon Fire

Wow… definietly the worst thing to happen to Colorado Springs since I moved here in 1993. It’s crazy how much damage the fire has caused.

Luckily, I think the destruction is over. As of tonight, the fire is 80% contained and we haven’t lost any structures since Tuesday, ⁶⁄₂₆.

All in all, Colorado Springs has lost 346 homes. It’s terrible. Jamie and I, luckily, are fine. We live pretty far south of the fire. We only have to deal with the smoke (which is something I’ll take any day over losing our home).

Unfortunately, we were in Hawaii during most of the ordeal. Sure, it was nice to be away from everything, however, we were helpless to save our home (if the occasion arose). It was pretty nerve-wracking not being able to do anything. We will certainly think about evacuation for the future; especially what is and what is not important enough to save in the event that our house is sure to be lost.

Here’s a quick summary of the Waldo Canyon Fire: http://www.inciweb.org/incident/2929/

KKTV, a local TV station, has had phenomenal coverage of everything that’s happened: http://www.kktv.com/news/wildfires

There’s another thing I need to mention. I think it’s actually bizarre. The Waldo Canyon Fire is now the most destructive fire in Colorado State’s history. For whatever reason, President Obama decided to visit the site of the destruction. That’s fine, and we’re happy for the support. The odd thing, however, is that the High Park Fire was previously the most destructive fire in Colorado State’s history. Previously meaning, like a week or two before. President Obama didn’t come out for that. Lot’s of Fort Collins residents are a bit pissed by that. Rightfully so, I think. I find it odd that he came to Colorado Springs, but didn’t give Fort Collins any love (at the time). shrugs all politicians suck.

Our thoughts go out to the people who have been adversely affected by this event. The company I work for is located in a (previous) evacuation area. I have a few coworkers who’ve lost everything. I can’t imagine the pain of losing everything and the work it’s going to take recreate your home.