Park Fire UPDATE 7/25/24 Largest Wildfire in CA Currently (125,000 Acres!)

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[@Mickofalltrades]

Man never thought you would do a video on something I'm involved in. Just lost my house. It expanded rapidly at night because of canyon winds. They pushed it up the creek at night then when it got hot during the day it went over on the ridge deep in Cohasset. It sucked hearing all of the assets for Cohasset get called off and moved. The camera that burned was in Richardson's springs.

[@jameskirk172]

Man sorry to hear that. I was wondering about people up there. I can see the plume from 50 miles away. Looks like a pyrocumulus cloud has formed right over the fire.

[@UnintendedConsequences]

Sorry for your loss. It’s never easy, but for each such “total loss” events I have endured (way too many, frankly) - I was, in every case, and without exception - I was far more grateful for our survival than upset about the loss of material possessions. Perhaps not everyone has this experience - but for myself, and numerous others I have met throughout the years - the survival of our loved ones far exceeds the loss of our “things.” Possessions can be replaced.

[@ericfielding2540]

Sorry to hear you lost your house. That sucks. I hope you were able to get any pets out.

[@stevecooper7883]

Blame that arsonist they just arrested today.

[@paulsherman51]

@@UnintendedConsequences Amen for this meaningful and important and exceedingly well-stated perspective. Yes, ditto, sharing sorrow for loss.

[@Pressbutan]

This is so painful, and due to someone’s stupidity. I’m so sorry to the people impacted, I’m hoping this is contained quickly

[@4davebert]

The witness that called the police stated he deliberately set the car on fire before pushing it.

[@martintheiss4038]

@@4davebert Cal Fire does not take confessions like that lightly. First, do not abuse your cars in regional areas, and second, do not send torches down ravines.

[@CountryLivingOnTheFarm]

And let’s not forget the animals dying, suffering or the ones trying to escape the fire 🔥

[@malcolm20091000]

"The Butte County District Attorney's Office said Ronnie Dean Stout II was arrested after he was seen pushing a car that was on fire into a gully near the Alligator Hole in upper Bidwell Park shortly before 3 p.m. on Wednesday. That was around the same time the Park Fire sparked. Butte County DA Mike Ramsey said the vehicle belonged to Stout's mother." What a sweet son. I just saw that mr.shannon previously posted this information below.

[@barkinmarmot2946]

Why am I not surprised his first name is Ronnie...

[@martintheiss4038]

The State Attorney General will not take this kindly.

[@osimnod]

We dodged the bullet by 3 miles (as the crow files) in the Camp Fire in 2018 by living in the upper pines of Magalia. Had to evacuate today due to this fire, which really focuses your attention on what's important in life. Sorry to hear of those who have already lost their homes and hoping the wind gods look favorably on our neighborhood.

[@davewitter6565]

Incredible KCRA video. You can see the DC-10 shadow and how low they are to the terrain. Good the wind and fire moving North away from Chico. Thank you for your expert reporting Juan, much appreciated.

[@creativeloafer9792]

Livecopter 3! Best crew and camera!!!

[@wcolby]

@@creativeloafer9792 don’t forget their mechanics is a bad ass too.

[@Double0pi]

Native Californian here, now living in the Midwest. I do not miss fire season at all! But my heart goes out to all affected.

[@ronjones-6977]

Come on, you know there are only two seasons here: Fire and Summer. Are you enjoying the humidity and lower taxes?

[@Double0pi]

@@ronjones-6977 Every place has its reasons to love or hate it. There are also only two seasons here: winter and roadwork. I'm not a fan of the humidity here, or the mosquitoes for that matter. But by golly, it's so GREEN! And I'm driving distance from the Oshkosh air show, should I ever choose to attend.

[@ruthmichigander]

Wow! So very sad all the fires. This one makes me angry. A person not stopping to think what their actions could and would cause. Prayers for those fighting and for all residents and businesses for safety.

[@oxxnarrdflame8865]

My bet is he is one of the many mentally disturbed people. Nothing can be done to protect us from them.

[@martintheiss4038]

I can not express politely my fury for people who are innocent and just being punished by being in the fire zone today. We need places like that to be populated by people who produce for the economy, and this does not help.

[@user-cc6jz8pu4r]

Incredible aviation precision and coordination, great photography, and a concise and detailed explanation of the process. You do a great job. Thanks so much.

[@lulathomasson6940]

Please do another update on the Park fire today if possible as we are evacuated, you are giving us some of the best information , and are very greatful for it.

[@mikepriceup]

Thank you Juan for the update and prayers to those affected by another California arson caused wildfire. Life in prison isnt enough for this fella.

[@martintheiss4038]

I have issues talking back to you Mike because I am sensitive about fires in that area as it is. We need more places in California open for commerical development.

[@hlw1306]

8:30 PM, 125,000 acres by Thurs evening! Wicked. Chico man pushed a BURNING car into the gully per witness. Getting arraigned Monday. Currently no bail. Origin of Park fire. Thanks for this vid. Forest Ranch in danger now.

[@martintheiss4038]

No mercy for those who refuse to take care of the community.

[@julie9785]

Thank you for the clear,concise,and multiple different Apps you use to keep us informed. You deliver the best on the internet. Hats off to you from BC ,Canada

[@kathyhennigan7807]

I use to live in upper Cohasset. Always knew that if there was a fire to immediately get out. Other than the one way road back down to Chico past the airport, the only other option is up through Campbellville and try to make it over to Hwy 36. Appreciate knowing what is going on up there.

[@martintheiss4038]

Sounds like if you were not immediately on an evacuation alarm, you would be dead. We need to do better for people who actually need us.

[@allenhoughton246]

Unfortunately our town of Jasper, in Alberta Canada, has mostly burned down due to forest fires. Such a sad event for anyone who has visited our beautiful national park.

[@ruthmichigander]

@@allenhoughton246 😪😪

[@lizj5740]

My heart goes out to the people in Jasper.

[@hlw1306]

heartbreaking. your beautiful home and way of life

[@mattbrown5949]

Jasper was a real treasure. Beautiful place.

[@MADHIKER777]

Facinating operation! Hats off to these firefighters on the ground and in the air! Thanks for educating us Juan!

[@deakemarschall2992]

Thanks again for the update Juan. We're lucky to have you expertise to explain what we're seeing.

[@eaglesview1946]

For those interested in wildfire check out the Jasper AB wild fire and 30 to 50% of structure loose. Ground firefighters were withdrawn before loose of personnel as experienced in 2013 with the loss 19 fire fighters.

[@koenbaglien5276]

N426TP is the air attack aircraft run by Coulson Aviation on contract with Calfire. Its the latest Citation 550 added to their fleet.

[@mrman-gb6uz]

As hurtful as it is to hear about all the residents impacted by these fires, I can't help but hurt for all of the wildlife living in these forests that are affected as well.

[@65gtotrips]

Pretty amazing footage of the spotter aircraft and the DC-10 tanker. That’s not your typical humdrum commercial flying.

[@ecz28]

On TikTok is the lady who was eyewitness to the guy pushing his car over the edge after it caught fire. He walked along the path not saying a thing to anyone while she was telling people to get out the area. Said she was running around for about 10 minutes and by the time she got back to her car the fire had almost reached it

[@dawnmanning3119]

Wow. How incredibly stupid .

[@hlw1306]

terrifying

[@mkay1957]

The Butte County Sheriff's office reported that he deliberately lit his car on fire and then pushed it down the hill into the brush and grass.

[@timothystamm3200]

​@mkay1957 wait, he set his car on fire and pushed it into the brush? What would possess someone to start a wildfire in California during fire season? Why?

[@aeroelectro9981]

@@timothystamm3200 Either unfathomable negligence and stupidity, or terrorism.

[@perfectdisabledparent6949]

Juan, many many thanks for the update...My mom's family were early settlers of Grass Valley and my grandparents retired to Paradise. Thankfully they did not see their beloved town burn in the Camp Fire. Mom and I hope to get up there this fall. Keep up the updates and keep safe.

[@schmoab]

This is a devastating fire. Thanks for your coverage. It strikes me just how thick the forest is around the drops. A century and a half of fire suppression seemingly has led to a situation where we have these conflagrations that completely scorch the earth. I live in the Mojave Desert, which used to be immune to fires but thanks to invasive species could have one of these at any time. Good luck to all involved.

[@camerongeorge9591]

The history of fire suppression has nothing to do with this fire. This is weather driven fire. Hot temps with high winds on flash fuels. Plus one moron trying to get rid of a car.

[@alanlevy4694]

Juan, thank you! I have close friends who had to evacuate. Your information helps all involved! Keep up the great work! Alan L. FF/EMT Wilm, DE

[@babaoriley124]

All the news agencies should use you as the commentator for this action. You are becoming quite the expert!

[@valoriesmith8875]

You and Mark Finan always give clear educated reports that news sources rarely do. Thank you.

[@lizj5740]

@@wcolby If you're implying that Blancolirio stole the KCRA helicopter video, I doubt it sincerely. He would have asked permission to use their video.

[@ronjones-6977]

@@wcolby Agree with politically? That's NOT the way news was supposed to work. I'm gonna blame YOU.

[@wcolby]

@@lizj5740 Even if that scenario could possibly be true. I’m confident it isn’t.

[@wcolby]

@@ronjones-6977 the political talk show you’re watching is not the news.

[@valoriesmith8875]

Geewhizz guys..I was trying to compliment Juan. Excuuuuuse meeeee.

[@catherinenelson4162]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope you were well insured. We lost everything in a deep flood in Roseville. 8 months later I realized the only way to recover economically would be to move to a more affordable area, which turned out to be the glorious Oregon Coast!

[@vx5468]

Thank you. A colleague sent photos from an office in Chico this afternoon. I just emailed him you'd posted this.

[@creeper8647]

This has been fascinating. I know commercial and corporate aviation but nothing of firefighting. Until now. Thank you, Juan.

[@martintheiss4038]

Sadly firefighting is now becoming an important air industry to get into because of the 1,500 hour rule the FAA has ordered for commercial pilots. It hurts that stories like this is the reason why many of the commercial and corporate aviators you know of have their jobs now.

[@camerongeorge9591]

Come on man. People are losing their homes. Nothing about this fire is “fascinating”.

[@nancychace8619]

Thanks for the update. Seems folks in that area just can't catch a break. Hope the danged thing is out soon. Heartfelt thanks to all firefighters.

[@ronjones-6977]

This one doesn't have the "over in a few days" look to it...at all. The wind is gonna blow for another day....hard.

[@pozzee2809]

Have you seen the fire in Canada’s Alberta Jasper National Park, half the town has been reduced to ash. 😢🇨🇦

[@jeffbrooke4892]

I grew up in Chico and that is some very hot and dry country. I remember going out the the airport as a kid and driving around the fleet of Aero Union B17s in the 1960s ad 70s. My father was an 8th Air Force vet and always got a kick out of doing that. I also remember going out to the airport with dad to watch the Aero Union Avengers and Tigercats flying out to make air drops on wild fires. Its kind of ironic that Aero Union would have been so close to the Park Fire had they still been in business today.

[@atlasgunther8947]

I hear you, been there often since we (family) bought a property in Magalia in 2018 after the paradise fire and didn't build there. Chico has good energy and is a very nice little city with enough stores to not need to drive far for building supplies etc. I plan on uber-shuttling people to and from Chico and area to Sacramental International.

[@lizj5740]

@@atlasgunther8947 What are you going to charge? I had to rent a car from Sacto Intl to drive to Paradise. Because I don't have a credit card (only a debit card), I could not drop off in Chico and then re-rent three weeks later when I was ready to return to the airport. Your service could be very useful. Cheers from Liz and Ginger (pic left) in Australia.

[@atlasgunther8947]

@@lizj5740 I haven't moved up there yet (from SF Bay Area) so it's just a plan I have ... I think this airport shuttle idea should work ... wifey says no, so I'm stalling lol

[@lizj5740]

@@atlasgunther8947 Thanks for the reply. TBH, my body says you ain't flying from Australia anymore, but we can dream, right?

[@scottyflintstone]

Quite the air attack going on from CIC

[@michealtull9033]

Great Job of reporting and educating people on this fire and Air attack procedures. 👍👍

[@gryhze]

The definitive source of CA wildfire response.

[@ThatGuyFromOregon]

New FIRIS pass just came in at 124,948 acres.

[@lesworthington3333]

That is not good.

[@blancolirio]

WOW!!!

[@motofunk1]

Maybe when it’s Arson we stop labeling it a Wildfire.

[@blancolirio]

@@motofunk1 no.

[@michaelalcocer6778]

My first ever big fire was just east of this in June 2008. Same thing went 70,000 in a day. Rolled into base camp at the college and it had burned right around base camp. The terrain is lined up perfectly with the red flag wind they have.

[@scottdawson3604]

Thank you. As a CSUC grad ('83) I still follow this stuff as close as possible. Thanks for the detailed analysis.

[@lindabroad7391]

We had family living in Paradise and Magalia during the Camp Fire in2018. Their homes were destroyed, but they were safe. One family rebuilt in Paradise again. It looks like the area has burned but not sure. This time they had time to pack and were ready to evacuate, which I’m sure they did, this time. Warning sent out in time to do some good. Glad you’re back on air Blanco Lirio. Your concise reports are welcome. Thanks.

[@cherylgoodwin4798]

Thank you Juan. Very informative as always. Take care.

[@kimbrgv]

Thanks for your update😊 My heart hurts for all involved. Such a Hot hot working environment. Praying for all fighting the fires and those whom have lot property.

[@moshe_nativ]

Hiked at Lassen on Sunday and took Hwy 32 back south, thinking how beautiful and green the hills are. Damit. 😢

[@darklordojeda]

I have a friend that lost his house in the Paradise fire and he recently moved to Chico, I hope he doesn't lose his new house.

[@peterredfern1174]

Wouldn’t want to be the guy who rolled his car down the slope,thanks for this update Juan,safe flights mate,👋👋🙏🙏👍👍🇦🇺

[@ronhaworth5808]

I hope the dumbass gets the bill to put it out.

why? it's not like he'll be punished in commiefornia.

[@martintheiss4038]

Cal Fire and the Attorney Generals Office would treat him as if they have a death wish.

[@doug29661]

Heartbreaking to read comments of those directly affected. Here in the foothills west of Denver the sun has been dimmed for days due to the wildfires to our west and northwest in Canada etc ... I suspect we are next? Been living here for 45 years but the smoke is now an annual affair from July to October. Be kind - I'm an old man!

[@perdiddlepanskew8018]

Saw the headline and thought you were doing a story about Jasper Canada - same size, equal speed and intensity.

[@dougcarlisle7557]

As usual a very comprehensive overview and analysis by Juan.

[@johnsader8811]

Amazing the ROS, & weather it's creating, good job as always. Juan. J.

[@GrandsonofKong]

Another devastating fire in California. Visited Bidwell Park a few times many years ago and was told that the Errol Flynn "Adventures of Robin Hood" movie was shot around Bidwell to serve as Sherwood Forest.

[@Nikky-xr8li]

True. In chico museum there is pictures of the set and actors. Very interesting stuff.

[@martintheiss4038]

That hurts. BTW "Rose Marie" was of course the one-man RCMP detachment of Kings Bay California.

[@Nurjamila1]

There are no words but prayers for all fighting this Park fire

[@artrogers3985]

You go through this every year? Glad we don’t have fire season in Boston 🎸 Great job on this video. I think you got every angle 🎸

[@brainycheddar]

I'm glad I've never experienced Boston winter.

[@artrogers3985]

@@brainycheddar 🤣🤣

[@LemonLadyRecords]

Fire season is the main thing I don't miss about Calif. Just that first whiff of smoke is terrifying. It's so dry, no rain from late Apr to Nov, feels like living in a tinderbox. And it is. I used to listen to ts and rain sounds just to keep my sanity, because I was used to year round rain, and lots of it. But just one gd beautiful day after another, as someone once said.

[@jask320]

Jasper burned this night...😢 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 🌎

[@myronsmith2114]

One car started all this . California is one giant matchbox

[@marlinweekley51]

Tenderbox

[@brucemuhonen2056]

Nope, a felon started it. "The 48-year-old arson suspect linked to starting the Park Fire in Butte County near the city of Chico was arrested Thursday morning and jailed without bail, said Butte County District Attorney Mike Ramsey. Officials identified the suspect as Ronnie Dean Stout II on Thursday evening, ahead of his arraignment on Monday. Stout has two previous "strike" felony convictions, according to the DA's office, which will be charged along with whatever arson charge is determined by the evidence to be appropriate on Monday."

[@gartwilliams3347]

California has failed in forest management. Add stupidity, you get wildfires.

[@MatthijsvanDuin]

@@brucemuhonen2056That doesn't contradict what the comment you replied to said, the source of ignition was still one car.

i can't make a cup of coffee in the middle of a 10 acre parking lot with a canister stove without firemen and cops showing up, but a million zombies in sparky cars driving around is fine. America is stupid.

[@HandyMan657]

Thanks for the update, Juan. Take care, keep safe.

[@Jules-6022]

Appreciate the update, Juan, and thanks for your great explanation of how it all works with the retardant delivery. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this completely unnecessary turn of events. Stay safe, all fire crews and homeowners!

[@bobkitchin8346]

Thanks for attaching that link to the Cal Fire History Map. I passed it on to my sister who lives in Nevada City

[@deantait8326]

When I was in Frazier Park CA about 2011, I was thrilled to hear and then see a Cal Fire DC-10 out of Palmdale behind me. He made a big u-turn and hit the ridge in front of me. That was the ‘Post’ fire that started next to the Lebec Post Office…. That and great dozer work, I believe saved the little city of Frazier Park, CA . Much thanks to the Kern County fire captain that made the decision to call in the big boys…

[@greenfire6924]

Not a Cal Fire Air Tanker. Do some research.

[@MikeT-TheRetiredColonel]

@@greenfire6924 how about not be a douche? They're all contracted by CalFire ffs

[@taracampbell2433]

Updated my subscription notifications just to get this video. As someone in BUT-113 i'm watching closely! I knew you'd be on it! Thanks, Juan.

[@JahLove63]

Stay safe. I have many family and friends in Chico, and I'm just one county away now affected by this fire.

[@lizj5740]

Hey, taracampbell2433. I'm here in Australia worrying about my friend and her husband in Paradise. Their home was destroyed in the Camp Fire; they moved into their new home in Paradise in March or April of 2021. I hope you and yours are safe.

[@taracampbell2433]

@@lizj5740 Thanks for the thoughts! i'm sure everyone in Butte and Tehama appreciates any positive vibes or prayers. :) I just watched an update done by The Lookout, a fire mapping expert out of Chico. It's great to have such good experts in different fields of fire operations weigh in. Good news for your friends is he's not worried about Paradise! Magalia (the part that hasn't burned) is at risk because of old dense growth, but the clearance that has happened in Paradise as a result of the Camp Fire has drastically reduced the risk of damage in Paradise itself.

[@taracampbell2433]

@@JahLove63 Thank you! I love how all our counties in the north valley support each other in times of trouble. 🧡

[@archstanton9206]

Juan my son is working a large construction project in Magalia...he hasn't even left the jobsite tonight yet, but they have already been called off for tomorrow. It isn't good...

[@atlasgunther8947]

We bought a property in Magalia and the construction-builders there are so swamped we were put on a 2 year waiting list.

[@ronjones-6977]

@@atlasgunther8947 Well, this won't speed that timeline up at all. Dang. Hope the wind doesn't turn southerly. Good luck.

[@Quotenwagnerianer]

Did you hear about Jasper in Canada? Apparently was hit by wildfire and about half of it was burned down.

[@viceroybolt3518]

I'm sat on a canyon rim in the Paradise/Magalia area (ain't being too specific over a google product to strangers) and it's an anxious anxious night here tonight. I would be shocked if there's a lot of us left on the ridge

[@AlaskaCodger]

Incredible coverage, Juan!!! Thanks. Back in the day, I work large fires in this area.

[@kristofvass6449]

I’m in Alaska now but I grew up in WA so I’m very familiar with summer wildfires. My brother was on the Complex Fire in 2020 and it’s all the same now to me as it was back then. It’s a big ‘ol suck fest. I have been fortunate to not lose anything to fire but I do remember when it was mid July and it sounded like it was snowing at night. I was standing in my driveway as I watched ash fall onto the hood of my car. Best of luck to all involved and all affected.

[@stevecooper7883]

God bless the firemen doing all they can to protect our homes

[@brian67101]

Thank you Juan!

[@LemonLadyRecords]

Stupid human tricks never fail to surprise. You aren't even supposed to drive onto the grass. I can't imagine flying a DC-10 (hopefully upgraded) like that, I can hear the whine now! But no pax, and probably light after dropping their amazing, accurate big loads, but still. Those fire pilots, wow! Guts.

[@ronjones-6977]

Would you rather be with the crew on the ground or in the air? Choose NOW. (I choose to pay them well and pray for them)

[@silmarian]

I just can’t wrap my head around pushing a burning car off the road. It’s just so stupid.

[@MikeCris]

Insurance fraud?

[@mr.shannon6137]

Tweaker?

[@stevecooper7883]

​@@mr.shannon6137Apparently he was sluring his words. So either insane or drunk

[@user-cc6jz8pu4r]

@@mr.shannon6137 Sounds about right.

[@frankwilson2607]

Call it what ever, but it was a willfully criminal act and hopefully will be dealt with as such.

[@erichetherington9899]

ty the update Juan, prayers for all involved big time

[@peraltarockets]

The absolute scale of this. DC-10's are NOT small.

[@stevecooper7883]

Real air cowboys right there wrangling the fire

[@billpennock8585]

I look at the fire and the size of a tanker drop and just have to think, isn’t that just futile. But, i know these folks are tasked with figuring out how to make tiny incremental changes in the fire add up. Commendations to them all for a job that just has to seem nearly hopeless. Not to mention some very precise flying in way to close to stall conditions

[@Mustang00007]

Australia has sent a contingent of people from 4 states to Canada during the week.

[@2011mendo]

Great commentary. Flying out that way in the AM. Thank you...

[@TheGospelQuartetParadise]

Man, what a conflagration. I wonder if the idiot that started the fire has any remorse... I hope the courts don't have any mercy on their docket the day he appears before the judge. It's bad enough when fires start because of Lightning strikes, but when they start because of man-made issues it is chilling.

[@ChrisNelsonDDS]

Thanks for the update. Not too far from us.

[@eldonhalliburton4766]

Thank you I had been waiting for your take on this fire.

[@davidchristensen6908]

Thank you like chopper 3. Thank you for all your coverage on this channel

[@Slonge92]

Thanks for the excellent reporting.

[@gregmitchell4619]

Sad! May all involve stay safe.

[@redb.3885]

As a volunteer for the Chico PD I been helping with traffic control. So sad 😭

[@redriverraider]

Amazing video footage! Those pilots have the skills! THX!

[@vladimus9749]

When was the last time there was a prescribed burn in this area? Californians should be holding govt accountable.

[@scottdawson3604]

No. If the cause of the fire is as suggested, the imbicle with the car should be accountable. Gov't can't guard against all stupid people.

[@desertdenizen6428]

That is the problem. California is very split on the role of government, some want more and some want less. It is very difficult to get a reasonable consensus on the path forward. A state with almost 40 million people may be too big to succeed. I'm a native born Californian and I love this state but as an 80+ year old, with all my fabulous wisdom, I don't see a way out before the second coming! I'm sure there will be a shift at some point but a lot of people are going to get hurt before that.

[@truracer20]

The parts of the state most at risk of wildfire are huge. I doubt 100 crews working 7 days a week would make an appreciable dent.

[@ronjones-6977]

@@scottdawson3604 YES, Roman Vlad is right. Fire is part of the natural cycle of these areas. There NEEDS to be fires occasionally. Prescribed burns would alleviate a lot of the "Surprise! I'm a huge fire on the doorstep of your community." You are right about one thing. The government can't guard against all of you.

[@vladimus9749]

@@truracer20 So california doesn't even try? States like FL and GA burn millions of acres while CA does tens of thousands if that.

[@Gantiz]

I saw this fire while flying to Oakland today. It looks like a volcanic eruption. Absolutely insane how big it is.

[@chuckinwyoming8526]

Smoke into Wyoming.... not bad today but no flying Monday - Tuesday we had less than 3 mile visibility. We will see what the Park fire does for smoke here in the next few days.

[@TheGor54]

Mark Finan pointed out that alot of the area is grass an shrubs, thus the speed of the fire.

[@thecasper911]

Air tac is starting to release timed out tankers now 6:30pm!

[@craigstika2212]

The fire has now been mapped at 124,948 acres by FIRIS Intel aircraft.

[@ronjones-6977]

From one asshole with a broken-down car to a mega-fire in less than a day. Oof! This one might be bad.

[@stevekirk8546]

Wildfires are terrible, very frightening things. Thanks for your very detailed coverage and analysis Juan.

[@twillison8824]

We've had smoke all the way over here in SE Illinois the past couple of days. It's really gray and hazy out.

[@The727driver]

Nice job on your thorough explanation, Juan.

[@ArnCital]

Thank you for an excellent show. You never disappoint me. I always tell workers to have a safe day because if they have a safe day then they had a good day.

[@davehutchison4253]

Excellent summary, please continue to post.

[@bobjarrard]

This site is the best. Thanks. Bob in Nevada

[@speedy423]

Remarkable! Good report Juan!

[@kcsthebetterway]

I worked KC-10's at Barksdale, and watching that best work low level is amazing😮

[@samuelrodrigues3501]

It missed my Apartment by 2 miles. We have everything ready to evacuate in case we get the Call.

[@deannaedmondson1963]

🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 for safety for our fire fighters

[@bubblebus1]

Extraordinary (for me over in England) footage of the air tankers coupled with knowledgeable commentary. However, it also points out the human costs. I note a earlier post from a guy who has just lost his house. I hope there are no more serious consequences. I also hope the owner of the car has a good insurance policy.

[@scottyflintstone]

Owner of the car is going to prison

[@cdawg9149]

Meanwhile in Canada , Jasper just got burned

[@wmcruzcarrollsr.5727]

I was hoping that you were not out of state during this fire. So many places I have been to, lived, and loved are now gone. I am crushed, and my heart breaks for everyone.

[@turdfurgason8476]

As a Camp fire survivor I am truly sorry to see this happening.

[@FESpecialties]

Great reporting as usual Juan! Thanks!!

[@josephschmoe3796]

Thanks, Juan. I knew you'd be on it.