SHE'S A POWERFUL FORCE -- NATURAL DISASTERS

[HairOfTheDog]

We were watching coverage of it early this morning and it was said the winds were expected to be around 70 MPH. Awful, just awful.

It's still raging and only 15% contained, despite the dedication and long hours put in by firefighters in California and neighboring states. One person has died, which is awful, but fortunately there haven't been more fatalities. Over 200,000 acres have been lost and 40+ retired race horses perished.



The fire is only a couple of miles from the Santa Barbara Zoo now. It was good to read that they have a comprehensive fire evacuation plan and have done a lot of practice drills with the animals.

It's surreal and so sad seeing a December wildfire ravaging coastal cities; helpless feeling. Hoping for a change in weather and quicker than expected containment.