There isn't much new to report with regards to the wildfire. Route 243 andState Highway 79 remain closed, and although the fire has grown it has not moved any closer to Idyllwild. Ironically the Santa Ana winds, which are fanning the flames, are also driving them away from Idyllwild. Today was less smokey here at the camp with blue skies, and only occasionally was there noticeable smoke or haze in the air.
At this time, you will be comforted to know that Idyllwild is in no danger. Our hearts go out to all those whose property lies in harm's way and for those firemen who are working so hard to safeguard the welfare and property of area residents at great personal risk.
We are especially mindful today of those firemen who have died and become injured fighting the fire, and our hearts go out to their families and loved ones. Please remember those who have been affected by this loss in your prayers.
It is hoped that sometime in the next 24 hours the Santa Ana winds will cease and an off-shore breeze may blow the fire back onto the 26,000 acres it has already scorched and thus extinguish it. We are grateful for the brave and dedicated service of the firemen and others who have been battling the fire, and we are also grateful that the fire has not effected the camp's operation in any way.
Our three guest groups are still planning to attend this weekend, but we have made sure, as a precaution, that all guest groups bring and maintain a sufficient number of vehicles to safely evacuate their campers in the unlikely event that an evacuation becomes necessary.
Your prayers are appreciated. We will update the blog as developments occur.
A good resource for current local information on the fire and its effects is the Idyllwild Town Crier's Web site;
www.towncrier.com
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