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Update: Forest Fire is Advancing!

On It — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 20:39:49 GMT

Our village is under threat. The Upper Canyon area is now being evacuated. We received the warning on our phones for them to evacuate immediately. Residents were advised to leave at once. They were told to take nothing JUST LEAVE AT ONCE. Police are going door to door.

The Humane Society will shelter pets. The Animal Clinic advised pet owners not to be concerned about medications. They will help with those.

The smoke is traveling in dark clouds over our house. It looks like twilight. Our vehicle is prepared to evacuate. My husband is outside watching. I have breathing issues so I am staying inside.

A second fire has ignited in the wilderness toward the Mescalero summit. There are structures in its path.

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On It — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 20:47:45 GMT

The original post is under Among Friends. I am distracted and upset and started the update here.

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cheriere — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 20:48:56 GMT

@On It

I'm so very sorry to hear this is happening to your community. I'm at least glad to know you're prepared to evacuate if need be. I pray it won't, but I'll keep your family and community in my prayers. Please stay safe.❤️❤️❤️

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dancingwoman — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 20:52:49 GMT

@On It Is this the South Fork Fire? I was just reading about it on th KOB news site..DW

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On It — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 20:58:26 GMT

@dancingwoman Yes. It is spreading and has caused two additional starts.

I had to edit this photo to get it posted. It lost a lot of detail.

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dancingwoman — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:01:58 GMT

So sorry @On It .. Here in SW Colorado we unfortunately are very familiar with wildfires. Please take care. Hoping the firefighters can get things under control before it spreads any farther..DW

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catter70 — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:16:09 GMT

I'm so sorry to hear this. Please be safe and let us know how you're doing when you can. Prayers for you and all in the path of the fire.

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Estellee — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:24:46 GMT

@On It Sorry to hear this is happening again. Stay safe and I wish you the best of luck!

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On It — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:25:47 GMT

The State Police are closing Highway 70 at the Mescalero Summit because of our second fire. That is the route to El Paso.

We can't travel South to escape our fire.

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cody2 — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:29:05 GMT

I am so sorry to hear this On It. We live in a high fire danger area too. It is starting early again this year. Prayers that the danger passes without any farther threat of destruction to your home. Please keep us posted when you can.

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september — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:32:17 GMT

@On It I feel for you! I lived in CA for over three decades and went through fire season many times, including being told to be ready to evacuate at any moment.

I'm sure the air quality is terrible. Please take care.

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tiny 2 — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:35:13 GMT

@On It

I'm so sorry you are having to deal with this. Wishing for your safety. I will be glad to hear when you are on the road on your way out. It looks close from your photos. Good luck to everyone in your village.

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On It — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:46:11 GMT

This is from the midtown camera. It is supposed to be a view of the mountain.

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Snoopp — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:46:50 GMT

Please stay safe.

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On It — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:51:47 GMT

Updated evacuation list. These are West of Highway 48.

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Happy2BHere — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:57:56 GMT

@On It

Oh that is so scary. I have a brother who lives in Cali and he has had to evacuate a few times previously due to fires, and everyone's worry meter was pegged to hyper-worry. It turned out well for him, and I'm wishing you big luck that everything turns out OK for you too.

We've had some doozy wildfires here in FL, but nothing right on our doorstep. Though we sometimes do have the strong smoke smell, and I remember ash raining down on us before while at the beach, the actual burn areas are on the other side of the Intracoastal.

I also can't help but think of your recent post showing the new elk babies and am worried about them too. Hopefully they will be safe.

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On It — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 22:05:42 GMT

Current view from my front porch.

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On It — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 22:24:50 GMT

The Upper Canyon area which was the first to be evacuated is at the end of this street.

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sabatini — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 22:26:16 GMT

@On It wrote:
Current view from my front porch.

Why are you posting right now?! It seems nuts!

Please go somewhere safe.

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BlueFinch — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 22:29:48 GMT

I only just heard of this fire spreading on the local news, then came online to find your situation. Shocked to read first hand information.

The photos are so frightening. I hope it can be contained soon and that you and yours are safe.

It's a beautiful area with lots of wildlife. I hope they flee in the right direction and can escape.