(Ron Helle – The Patriot Post) The images on the television were stark! It is not unusual for Southern California to have what they call Santa Anna winds. Instead of westerly winds coming from the Pacific Ocean, they shift to easterly winds, blowing the high-desert heat and low humidity toward the coastal cities. Brush fires are not a surprise, and they can be challenging to subdue.
In 2024, Southern California’s firefighters faced the most devastating infernos they had ever experienced. Entire neighborhoods were completely destroyed. Homes and businesses were reduced to piles of ash and debris. The devastation was staggering. Continue reading