This home still stands because the homeowners are experienced rural homesteaders. They have plenty of defensible space to protect their home. They are
Lucky to have their home intact and standing because THEY prepared, planned and fought really hard to protect it from an experience like this. This ravenous fire was mismanaged and the back burn caused them to lose forested private property. Thankfully their beautiful home still stands. Pictures can be deceiving
Re: “Homeowners Allege Firefighters in Saddle Fire Endangered Lives, Property”
It wasnt about the firefighters but the decisions made which caused the fire to grow. We are grateful and blessed for the love and dedication of those trained hardworking fire fighters. A review of policy and procedure on management may be something to consider, for the safety of all, including those on the frontlines