Subj : Re: LA Fires
To   : PAULIE420
From : Dumas Walker
Date : Fri Jan 10 2025 09:51 am

> My Lord - one of the worst events I've ever witnessed. I know the area, a bit
> as a tourist anyway - and can't imagine how CA has let this fire issue become
> such a HUGE one.

They had some warning from the weather forecasters that it would be a much
worse Santa Ana event than normal, i.e. that the wind gusts would be much
higher than average, and that the fire danger was abnormally high.  They
apparently have had very, very little rain over the past 6+ months, so the
high winds, warmth, and low humidity were an accident waiting to happen.

Not sure what they could have done with that information, but the risk was
predicted.

I have heard reports from not so trusted sources that there were areas
where there was no water in the hydrant network.  :(

> For now, I'm praying for all involved - for tomorrow, I'm worried about more
> insurance companies leaving and the repercussions for those who AREN'T filthy
> rich - this is insane!

Apparently, even some of the rich folks whose houses are gone are alredy
running into insurance problems.  Can't imagine what it will be like for
those who are of lesser means.


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