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The Ponderosa Volunteer Fire Brigade, Always Training.

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Tenalu

The Ponderosa Property Owners Association coordinates the volunteer fire brigade, and thank goodness they do. This group of folks, largely property and business owners in Ponderosa, train regularly to help protect our community from fire. They learn about basic fire … Continue reading →

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Pier Fire Update, 8am, 9/7/17: 23,729 Acres, 30% Contained. updated map

Posted on September 7, 2017 by Tenalu

Size: 23729 Percent Contained: 30% Fire Start: August 29, 2017 Location: Highway 190, east of Springville Cause: Human caused, under investigation Total Personnel: 1,689 Injuries: 5 minor injuries Resources: 32 Crews, 8 Helicopters, 118 Engines, 21 Dozers, 13 Water Tenders … Continue reading →

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Back Burn on Black Mountain…and a Full Moon

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Tenalu

From Montgomery Ranch, looking east towards Black Mountain.

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Pier Fire Update, 8pm, 9/6/17: 25% Containment.

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Tenalu

Size: 20,864 Percent Contained: 25% Fire Start: August 29, 2017 Location: Highway 190, east of Springville Cause: Human caused, under investigation Total Personnel: 1,689 Injuries: 5 minor injuries Resources: 32 Crews, 8 Helicopters, 118 Engines, 21 Dozers, 13 Water Tenders … Continue reading →