Tuesday, September 01, 2009

Los Angeles Fire Departments

Thank you to all who are thinking of and praying for our firefighters. My nephew was on a strike team yesterday but is home now resting, recharging so he can return to his post.

The fire departments here in Southern California aren't always fighting fires, although this week it seems like they do. Sometimes they rescue boaters whose capacity to sail extends beyond their ability to control their craft.


Heroes are everywhere!

18 comments:

Anonymous said...

They do plenty for us. :) All Fireman, Police, Ambluance all those first responders are well needed and do a GREAT job :)

Lovella ♥ said...

I'm watching the news broadcasts. ..and praying that all concerned stay safe.

Flower said...

Again..do be careful!
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Jientje said...

We should all be grateful for such heroes!!

Knitting Linguist said...

Yes they are! I keep sending out my thoughts to the firefighters on the line out there, hoping they stay safe...

ellen b. said...

Heroes for sure. Love the deep blue in these photos!

Mr Puffy's Knitting Blog: said...

I'm relieved to know your nephew is safe. It does seem like the worst of the Station fire is over, hopefully.

Marg said...

Watching the news reminds me of your circumstances. And they said the fire season is just beginning...oh, I sure hope there will be some intervention.

Jane said...

Hoping they all stay safe when out on rescue. Jane x

Barbara said...

Still thinking of you especially as the Angeles National Park area is not too far from you.

A very interesting thing -- The word verification here today is RESCUE!

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roxie said...

I have a BIL who's a retired LAPD motorcycle cop. He's a crusty old fart with a heart of gold. He grumps a lot, but he's the one who turns out and gets things done. Some guys are natural heros. Ya gotta love 'em.

Sharon Lynne said...

Yes, they are heroes--even on the water. (That water looked so refreshing.)

I have a brief update on Mt. Wilson

Islandsparrow said...

Your poor firemen are keeping busy these days. We've been watching on the news.

Bethany said...

I've felt so out of touch and didn't even know that there were fires again in LA!!! I hope this isn't like a couple summers ago...lots of smoke and ash. I will pray for it all to end!!! hugs...b.

Unknown said...

Hi Kak Willow, it's terrible about the fires and hope it goes away soon. Thanks for your wonderful wishes and prayers, Elissa is well and at home now. Love and hugs..M

Anonymous said...

Yes, we salute these brave young ( and not so young) people who are willing to go out there and do hard things for us!
They are brave indeed.
Yes, September is such a lovely month.

Tracy said...

LOVE to those heroes!! :o) Keeping abreast of the news, and praying all will be well and all stay safe... ((HUGS))