Comment from Brett Matthew West

Excellent

This must have been quite a harrowing experience. Some Notes:

-"by product" should be byproduct,

-A raging wildfire would be a scary situation to endure.

-Watching those choppers draw water out of the pool would be a fascinating sight to behold.

-Nature is totally unpredictable and can create all the havoc it desires to. There is very little people can do to prevent these occurrences.

-Lightning is one of the most hazardous of nature's furies.

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2022

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reply by the author on 27-Aug-2022

Thank you so much, Brett, and I've made the correction. Yes, it was a frightening time. Thanks again. Ulla:)))

Comment from amahra

Excellent

It looks like you're going to be in this dilemma for a while, Ulla. Unfortunately. But your writing does sound as if you're hopeful. Hang in there, kid. :))

The Fisherman won't be [here]this week either.

 Comment Written 19-Aug-2022

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reply by the author on 20-Aug-2022

Thank you so much, amahra. Yes it's been a bit hard on all of us. Ulla:)))

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Exceptional

Pobrecita y pobrecitos bomberos. I watched the video...looks so scary and hard to do. I never seen flames so red and so much smoke. I pray you and the rest will be safe. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 19-Aug-2022

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reply by the author on 20-Aug-2022

It has been a hard time for all of us. Neither of have slept much for almost a week. I'm so tired. Thank you so very much. Un besito, Ulla xx

Comment from SLMorrical

Exceptional

Thanks for sharing this. I understand how things can happen and creating confusion and fright. I know if I was in your situation, I would be afraid. I wish I could see the ash covering everything so I can understand the aftermath of this. Please stay safe and thanks again for sharing.

 Comment Written 19-Aug-2022

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reply by the author on 20-Aug-2022

Thank you so very much. It's been a hard week for all of us. I have hardly slept. Of confusion there's been none. The flames told their own story. I will try to get some pictures to post when we have access again. Thanks so much again. Ulla:)))

Comment from Bill Schott

Exceptional

This is some incredible reporting on your situation, Ulla. I hope you aren't feeling trapped where you are rather than apprehensive and astounded as we all are reading of this. Prayers for you.

 Comment Written 19-Aug-2022

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reply by the author on 19-Aug-2022

Thanks a lot Bill, and for your support. The danger of being trapped is real, choosing the right moment to leave. I'm writing a final update which will be out tomorrow answering all your questions. Thanks again for thinking of me. Ulla:)))

Comment from Cindy Decker 2

Excellent

Ulla,
I pray this horror ends well, and soon. I'm so glad you're ok! Please keep us posted.
Stay safe and positive, Ulla.
One thing I remember about Salamanca, is that almost everyone had a dog. And they were loved and well-cared for.
I'm sure yours are too.
You'll be ok, Ulla. Hugs,
Your friend always,
Cindyð???

 Comment Written 18-Aug-2022

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reply by the author on 19-Aug-2022

Hello, Cindy, thank you so very much for your thoughts, your friendship and support. Tomorrow my last update will be out. Thanks so much beagain. It means a lot to me. A big hug, Ulla xxx

reply by Cindy Decker 2 on 19-Aug-2022

You?re welcome, Ulla.🌈

Comment from estory

Excellent

Your hour by hour account of the tensions and frustrations and downright fears and anxieties of being in the middle of uncontrolled wildfires is a pretty strong post on its own merits. I think you really captured the feel of the moment and put us right there with you as the choppers roar overhead and the firetrucks hell down the streets. and the ash falling all over everything. Nice attention to detail makes the post come alive. estory

 Comment Written 18-Aug-2022

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reply by the author on 18-Aug-2022

Thank you so so much for a great review. I'm so glad you think I captured the agony we've all lived through. A nightmare that only ended last night. I will be posting a last update which will see the end of a five day nightmare. I am so very tired. Ulla:)))

Comment from John Ciarmello

Excellent

Oh, Ulla, what a terrible thing to have to go through and exactly after your last episode. I can only say I have empathy for all involved and always wish you the best, my friend. Best, JohnC

 Comment Written 17-Aug-2022

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reply by the author on 18-Aug-2022

Thank you so much, John. It's never stopped. It's been every single day. Ulla:)))

Comment from Pantygynt

Exceptional

This was a fine piece of journastic writing. It was almost like being there, and I did not want to be there. When I was in California recentlyi could see the aftermath of the 2018 fires there and saw some of the building work being done to store normality some three and a half years afterthe event.

I hope you emerge from this lot unscathed. Keeping my fingers crossed for you.

 Comment Written 17-Aug-2022

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reply by the author on 18-Aug-2022

Thank you so much, Jim. I'm exhausted. This nightmare only stopped around 11pm last night. I will post one final update tomorrow or Saturday. One good thing about this is that our houses, up here in the mountains, are traditionally built of natural stone, and the walls are 2 feet deep. It's very difficult for them burn. But everything else burns around them, hence the evacuation of people. Yes it will take years for things to come back to some kind of normality. Thanks again. Ulla:)))

Comment from damommy

Excellent

How awful! I hope it's stopped before it reaches you. Stay vigilant and ready to go on a moment's notice. Thanks for keeping us posted. Where are the people evacuated being taken?

 Comment Written 17-Aug-2022

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reply by the author on 18-Aug-2022

Thank you so much, Yvonne.. It's not been a happy time. My car is packed, and I'm ready to go at a moment's notice. People are going to family, friends or they are going to centers that has been set up especially for this kind of situation. Thanks again. Ulla:)))