Lightening sparks a wildfire

Photo by Chuck Hoffman © Genesis+Art

Holden Village, Washington  

Fires have been in the news lately including our Wolverine Creek Fire, a lightning sparked wildfire that started 3 miles northwest of Lucerne. We know that many of you are concerned about the Village's safety. The fire is not threatening Holden or its structures at this point. The concern is that it could threaten our use of the road. We are currently at EVAC 2, which means we are ready to leave anytime necessary. There are 5 hot shot crews working on the road and in the reachable mountainside, clearing brush and ladder fuels. Holden has taken the responsibility of transporting firefighters in our nifty school buses, which adds a great feeling of cooperation. We've also spent quite a bit of time working closely with Rio Tinto, as we will evacuate together if the time comes. We are in good hands with the Forest Service and firefighters. Thank you all for your thoughts and concerns and thanks to the many friends who have offered shelter should we need it.

With good courage, Peg + Chuck

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