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The new link for the Urbz Blog Station is here; keep in mind, I am on a modem.
Send me updates we should post!
Rim School District
Ranger Al Updates
2020 Hindsight Blog
Wildfire Message Boards
RimoftheWorld.net Message Boards
The Official Information Site (check periodically for evacuation updates).
- The entire area is now
open to residents (you cannot stay); everything west of Hook Creek Road has been
lifted to Voluntary Evacuation.
[hotline]
- School will start again on Monday, November 17th for the Rim School District, not November 12 which has been listed on the school website. There will be staff meetings starting the 13th at RHS.
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- At midday yesterday, there were helicopter drops below the rim to try to finish off some hot areas. The current fire map today Monday 10/3/03 indicates that there is still activity of concern, however these areas are not near TP.
- We have had the opportunity to view each roadway and residence within the service area, and all appears to be in order with nothing to report to the TP S/O once again today.
- At sunrise this morning there was a light dusting of snow on the ground, breezy and quite cold. Presently @1320 hrs we have light intermittent snowfall & really no accumulation to speak of. The tree tops are iced up and it is very cold.
- As far as access to the area, every roadway coming east into Twin Peaks from Crestline is presently blocked with either a CHP or S/O unit. Checkpoints are throughout and the presence of law enforcement has increased. It is unknown at this time when access will be allowed. Perhaps the CHP or SBCO telephone numbers can offer current information.
- We are still without power, and SCE would be the best bet for up to date information. From visual, the power poles and lines have been compromised from Crestline to San Bernardino. In many instances the poles are completely burned away leaving only the insulator bars, hanging attached to the wires. Crews (and not only SCE crews) have been working diligently to replace the damaged infrastructure.
Phil-Alpine Water
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Resident passes are available at the following locations:
- Norton Air Force Base Shelter Site
- Fire Emergency Assistance Center at Norton Air Force Base
- Hwy 138 at the intersection of Hwy 173 Near Silverwood Lake
- Wildwood Park at the corner of 40th & Waterman Ave.
- Crestline now has electricity in some areas.
- Goodwin's on Lake Gregory Drive is open for business with the exception of the meat and frozen food dept. These areas will need to be restocked. 7-11 is currently open and the gas pumps are open. Generators are being allowed into the evacuated areas with spark arrestors accompanied by a appropriate fire extinguisher.
- San Bernardino County Environmental Health Dept. has recommended that residents use caution when cleaning refrigerators. They suggest using gloves to remove spoiled food. Do not open containers! The following sites are available in Crestline for food disposal.
- Valley of Enchantment Elementary School
- Lake Gregory Elementary School
- Mountain Disposal Office
- The South Shore of Lake Gregory Regional Park
- Evacuation Information
The following phone numbers will give out information regarding what communities are open to residents:
Rene Groese 356-3967, Cindy Owens 356-3963
PASSES ARE GIVEN TO RESIDENTS ONLY! There is no information at this time when the roads will be open to non-residents.
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- Rim Drama's website has been updated. I know the kids are wondering about the fall play, "Twelfth Night", since we are scheduled to open the play November 19th. I have spoken with the school administration and they will be discussing the play as part of their re-opening plans. Their next meeting is Monday. Obviously, there can be no definite plan until we progress further in returning to the mountain and the school, but those interested should visit www.rimdrama.com. I will update the site as I get new information. [Joel Smith]
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- During Saturday's tour, I must share with you how astounded I was. I say this with respect to the devastation and places where structures were saved on the most remote roads that most of you did not know of until this disaster. The six most devastated places I witnessed were: Saturn Way in Crestline, Oceanview in Crestline, the Sand Hill section of Mazundar in Crestline (I did not see Sawpit Canyon), Cedar Glen (after the business district), Waterman Canyon, and the Forest Lawn Boy Scout Camp. There are other places where structures burned but in spots or small groups. Over and over, we just saw that what the fire missed, it was perfect; but where the fire hit, it disintegrated everything in its path. Now, the number of personnel fighting this fire is around 1600 professionals, which were stretched past Pilot Rock, Silverwood, Squints Ranch, Devore, East Highland, Hesperia, San Bernardino, way past Green Valley Lake, going into Big Bear. That number is the same as the population of Rim High School on any given day. Looking at the trees that are still dead and standing in groups (just look across the ALA office on 173), you get an overwhelming feeling that the mountain WAS spared (in terms of a majority of residents returning home with no deaths from the fire). I cannot put in words how overwhelmed I was seeing the remnants of battles all over the place, whether they saved structures or not. They found, and probably created, roads to try to save as much as they could. Some saved houses have burnt brush, trees, and wires all around their place, and you wonder... "how was that possible?" Sadly to say, some areas were completely wiped out without prejudice by the fire. In Cedar Glen, nothing was left in its path, except maybe a swingset (untouched) and a small playhouse. Know this, the efforts of ALL the agencies are truly awe-inspiring and they give every possible effort; regardless of any politics or agendas. They do things that seem not only improbable, but impossible. Realize that when they finish this fire, they will be called to fight other fires. Untiring effort comes from untiring hearts. When they finish, and we are back on the mountain restarting our lives, for those of us that have to, let's get those dead trees down and give your untiring support to all the agencies that saved our mountain. One last request (and I know some are already doing this)... can the real estate companies on the mountain minimize their severe competition and find a systematic way to offer vacation homes to our residents that are homeless? Please, find a way. [Joe Urbz]
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- The picnic at Hilda Crook Park was a success. Julie Shuler did an outstanding job coordinating the picnic. Carls Jr. donated food supplies etc. for the occasion. The news media was there to interview Julie about the occasion. It was good to meet with everyone to compare notes and share information. A good time was had by all. After the occasion I went to SB Intl. Airport to see about the mail situation. I did indeed find my mail there. Allstate and Farmers Insurance had big vans there to assist people with claims. Additionally, there was a large turn out of local assistance for just about anything one could need in a time like this. The SB County had counselors to assist with approx. 30 different types of assistance for those who would need and qualify. [Tracy P]
For those with a homeowner's policy a claim should already have made a claim for loss of use to buy clothing and food as needed for the duration of being away. My insurance company got back to me within 24 hours asked me about where I was staying, how long I had been evacuated and approx. how much longer it would be. Without asking they stated that a check would be sent for paying rent, buying clothes and meals. Every one affected should keep receipts for the meals and expenses. The deductible will need to be paid so everyone needs to remember to put that money aside. The majority of will need further claims for clean up even if our structures are left standing for smoke and ash etc. [Tracy P]
- School will start again on Monday, November 17th for the Rim School District, not November 12 which has been listed on the school website. There will be staff meetings starting the 13th at RHS.
----------------
- At midday yesterday, there were helicopter drops below the rim to try to finish off some hot areas. The current fire map today Monday 10/3/03 indicates that there is still activity of concern, however these areas are not near TP.
- We have had the opportunity to view each roadway and residence within the service area, and all appears to be in order with nothing to report to the TP S/O once again today.
- At sunrise this morning there was a light dusting of snow on the ground, breezy and quite cold. Presently @1320 hrs we have light intermittent snowfall & really no accumulation to speak of. The tree tops are iced up and it is very cold.
- As far as access to the area, every roadway coming east into Twin Peaks from Crestline is presently blocked with either a CHP or S/O unit. Checkpoints are throughout and the presence of law enforcement has increased. It is unknown at this time when access will be allowed. Perhaps the CHP or SBCO telephone numbers can offer current information.
- We are still without power, and SCE would be the best bet for up to date information. From visual, the power poles and lines have been compromised from Crestline to San Bernardino. In many instances the poles are completely burned away leaving only the insulator bars, hanging attached to the wires. Crews (and not only SCE crews) have been working diligently to replace the damaged infrastructure.
Phil-Alpine Water
----------------
Resident passes are available at the following locations:
- Norton Air Force Base Shelter Site
- Fire Emergency Assistance Center at Norton Air Force Base
- Hwy 138 at the intersection of Hwy 173 Near Silverwood Lake
- Wildwood Park at the corner of 40th & Waterman Ave.
- Crestline now has electricity in some areas.
- Goodwin's on Lake Gregory Drive is open for business with the exception of the meat and frozen food dept. These areas will need to be restocked. 7-11 is currently open and the gas pumps are open. Generators are being allowed into the evacuated areas with spark arrestors accompanied by a appropriate fire extinguisher.
- San Bernardino County Environmental Health Dept. has recommended that residents use caution when cleaning refrigerators. They suggest using gloves to remove spoiled food. Do not open containers! The following sites are available in Crestline for food disposal.
- Valley of Enchantment Elementary School
- Lake Gregory Elementary School
- Mountain Disposal Office
- The South Shore of Lake Gregory Regional Park
- Evacuation Information
The following phone numbers will give out information regarding what communities are open to residents:
Rene Groese 356-3967, Cindy Owens 356-3963
PASSES ARE GIVEN TO RESIDENTS ONLY! There is no information at this time when the roads will be open to non-residents.
----------------
- Rim Drama's website has been updated. I know the kids are wondering about the fall play, "Twelfth Night", since we are scheduled to open the play November 19th. I have spoken with the school administration and they will be discussing the play as part of their re-opening plans. Their next meeting is Monday. Obviously, there can be no definite plan until we progress further in returning to the mountain and the school, but those interested should visit www.rimdrama.com. I will update the site as I get new information. [Joel Smith]
----------------
- During Saturday's tour, I must share with you how astounded I was. I say this with respect to the devastation and places where structures were saved on the most remote roads that most of you did not know of until this disaster. The six most devastated places I witnessed were: Saturn Way in Crestline, Oceanview in Crestline, the Sand Hill section of Mazundar in Crestline (I did not see Sawpit Canyon), Cedar Glen (after the business district), Waterman Canyon, and the Forest Lawn Boy Scout Camp. There are other places where structures burned but in spots or small groups. Over and over, we just saw that what the fire missed, it was perfect; but where the fire hit, it disintegrated everything in its path. Now, the number of personnel fighting this fire is around 1600 professionals, which were stretched past Pilot Rock, Silverwood, Squints Ranch, Devore, East Highland, Hesperia, San Bernardino, way past Green Valley Lake, going into Big Bear. That number is the same as the population of Rim High School on any given day. Looking at the trees that are still dead and standing in groups (just look across the ALA office on 173), you get an overwhelming feeling that the mountain WAS spared (in terms of a majority of residents returning home with no deaths from the fire). I cannot put in words how overwhelmed I was seeing the remnants of battles all over the place, whether they saved structures or not. They found, and probably created, roads to try to save as much as they could. Some saved houses have burnt brush, trees, and wires all around their place, and you wonder... "how was that possible?" Sadly to say, some areas were completely wiped out without prejudice by the fire. In Cedar Glen, nothing was left in its path, except maybe a swingset (untouched) and a small playhouse. Know this, the efforts of ALL the agencies are truly awe-inspiring and they give every possible effort; regardless of any politics or agendas. They do things that seem not only improbable, but impossible. Realize that when they finish this fire, they will be called to fight other fires. Untiring effort comes from untiring hearts. When they finish, and we are back on the mountain restarting our lives, for those of us that have to, let's get those dead trees down and give your untiring support to all the agencies that saved our mountain. One last request (and I know some are already doing this)... can the real estate companies on the mountain minimize their severe competition and find a systematic way to offer vacation homes to our residents that are homeless? Please, find a way. [Joe Urbz]
----------------
- The picnic at Hilda Crook Park was a success. Julie Shuler did an outstanding job coordinating the picnic. Carls Jr. donated food supplies etc. for the occasion. The news media was there to interview Julie about the occasion. It was good to meet with everyone to compare notes and share information. A good time was had by all. After the occasion I went to SB Intl. Airport to see about the mail situation. I did indeed find my mail there. Allstate and Farmers Insurance had big vans there to assist people with claims. Additionally, there was a large turn out of local assistance for just about anything one could need in a time like this. The SB County had counselors to assist with approx. 30 different types of assistance for those who would need and qualify. [Tracy P]
For those with a homeowner's policy a claim should already have made a claim for loss of use to buy clothing and food as needed for the duration of being away. My insurance company got back to me within 24 hours asked me about where I was staying, how long I had been evacuated and approx. how much longer it would be. Without asking they stated that a check would be sent for paying rent, buying clothes and meals. Every one affected should keep receipts for the meals and expenses. The deductible will need to be paid so everyone needs to remember to put that money aside. The majority of will need further claims for clean up even if our structures are left standing for smoke and ash etc. [Tracy P]
Posted: Sat - November 1, 2003 at 05:18 AM
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