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I live about eight miles from the Eaton Fire here in LA County. I mostly am using this post to send a shout to QPR in LA. QPR LA, feel free to send me a message if you want to maybe get together for a game. I've been looking for some R's to potentially connect with out here.
I grew up in LA so that I am an R's fan probably says something about my judgement and the questionable decisions I make in my life, but I actually agree with the posters who are criticizing over-coverage by the BBC. We realize there are more important things going on in the world. I think Brian nailed it with the comment on easy access to content. Throw in something like Paris Hilton and iconic landmarks and such. However, the BBC generally seems fixated on the US. The joke that is sort of true is that some folks in the UK know more about US history and politics than we do and I am always somewhat astounded by how much coverage US news receives over there.
Fires in the foothills, particularly during Santa Anas, are a way of life here in LA with our unique urban geography. But this one really is unusual and historic. i was actually scheduled to have heart surgery in Pasadena on Wednesday morning and got a call Tuesday night telling me the procedure was cancelled as my surgeon had to evacuate his home. But it's not just the wealthy who are being affected by this. A number of people I know are now homeless and they are just part of the thousands. A couple of friends of mine voluntarily left their home, just taking a few things and thinking they just wanted to stay out of the smoke. They learned last night their home is gone and all they have now are the few things they brought in their car. The foothill neighborhoods with the classic bungalow architecture and leafy streets have been wiped away. It is still settling in, but yes, that doesn't need constant updates on the Beeb.
I live about eight miles from the Eaton Fire here in LA County. I mostly am using this post to send a shout to QPR in LA. QPR LA, feel free to send me a message if you want to maybe get together for a game. I've been looking for some R's to potentially connect with out here.
I grew up in LA so that I am an R's fan probably says something about my judgement and the questionable decisions I make in my life, but I actually agree with the posters who are criticizing over-coverage by the BBC. We realize there are more important things going on in the world. I think Brian nailed it with the comment on easy access to content. Throw in something like Paris Hilton and iconic landmarks and such. However, the BBC generally seems fixated on the US. The joke that is sort of true is that some folks in the UK know more about US history and politics than we do and I am always somewhat astounded by how much coverage US news receives over there.
Fires in the foothills, particularly during Santa Anas, are a way of life here in LA with our unique urban geography. But this one really is unusual and historic. i was actually scheduled to have heart surgery in Pasadena on Wednesday morning and got a call Tuesday night telling me the procedure was cancelled as my surgeon had to evacuate his home. But it's not just the wealthy who are being affected by this. A number of people I know are now homeless and they are just part of the thousands. A couple of friends of mine voluntarily left their home, just taking a few things and thinking they just wanted to stay out of the smoke. They learned last night their home is gone and all they have now are the few things they brought in their car. The foothill neighborhoods with the classic bungalow architecture and leafy streets have been wiped away. It is still settling in, but yes, that doesn't need constant updates on the Beeb.
Thank you to those sending the good thoughts.
All the best, B_Wad, and agree with all of that. There are undoubtedly worse things going on to more vulnerable people, and the BBC is certainly making the most of the easily accessible footage; but that doesn't take away from how grim this must be for everyone involved. Some of the LA suburbs are pretty idyllic, so a sad loss.
The worrying part for everyone is it's hard not to see this happening again in later years. Could reshape the whole area. My brother in law is up north near Walnut Creek - not as yet affected by any previous wildfires but it's been very dry some years and I know they're all wondering.
The “who cares?” comment Is quite unpalatable and my sympathy to those who have lost everything, some even their lives.
Having gone through this thread the most shocking thing is nobody has blamed climate change (yet) for this. As tragic as this, and other “natural” disasters, is; it’s gone on for time memorium and old Mother Earth is continually reinventing herself
Huge respect to the emergency responders and volunteers etc fighting these horrendous fires
Cherish and enjoy life.... this ain't no dress rehearsal
The “who cares?” comment Is quite unpalatable and my sympathy to those who have lost everything, some even their lives.
Having gone through this thread the most shocking thing is nobody has blamed climate change (yet) for this. As tragic as this, and other “natural” disasters, is; it’s gone on for time memorium and old Mother Earth is continually reinventing herself
Huge respect to the emergency responders and volunteers etc fighting these horrendous fires
It would explain why the BBC are covering it so extensively.
From a bit of snow in the UK to wildfires in the US, they hang in there with a view to push the climate change agenda.
They know people are sick of the full frontal approach so have moved onto this cause and effect scenario in the hope we’re too blindsided to realise.
I am really tired of our establishment bludgeoning us into submission with this constant psychological warfare. Not just climate change, a whole range of things.
We don't watch the television so the TV licencing people sent me an email recently threatening to kill me If I didn't renew my licence, they mentioned something about mobile machines that they have that will come round and check If I'm watching any of they're mundane ''Eastenders'' overacting type of programme things. I cant watch news reporters we don't need them anymore they tell you what you already know and can see, all they really want is to end up in that get me out of the jungle thing programme.
John Pilger was a reporter/ journalist who was superb at his job, basic facts that's all you need.
Maybe I should turn the television on and see WTF Is happening on the street, or maybe not.
Read a book.
My Father had a profound influence on me, he was a lunatic.
The BBC used to be admired throughout the world for its quality and respectable broadcasting. Now, it has to scrabble around in the muck with commercial companies for “audience ratings” in order to retain its licence fee. This is the fault of several governments. The BBC should be a go-to channel for cultural and sensible broadcasting. Leave the rappers and drag queens and God knows what else to the other crap companies.
It would explain why the BBC are covering it so extensively.
From a bit of snow in the UK to wildfires in the US, they hang in there with a view to push the climate change agenda.
They know people are sick of the full frontal approach so have moved onto this cause and effect scenario in the hope we’re too blindsided to realise.
I am really tired of our establishment bludgeoning us into submission with this constant psychological warfare. Not just climate change, a whole range of things.
They are probably covering it as it's a major disaster rather than whatever agenda you think they have
Some of the comments on this thread are unreal to be honest, people losing their lives, their homes, everything they have and the anger seems to be at the BBC for covering it as if they are the only media outlet covering the story, it's on every news bulletin on every tv channel
They are probably covering it as it's a major disaster rather than whatever agenda you think they have
Some of the comments on this thread are unreal to be honest, people losing their lives, their homes, everything they have and the anger seems to be at the BBC for covering it as if they are the only media outlet covering the story, it's on every news bulletin on every tv channel
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As always the voice of reason daveB and I second that excellent post.No matter your income or value of your home the fire is merciless and horrific and I feel for all the humans and animals in this inferno. I have watched multiple reports on fast moving fires that just started and people have 15 to 20 minutes to get away before death basically. Now everybody on LFW take 20 minutes go through your house take your most valuable posessions (that you can fit in a car ) ,pets and family and get out and probably never set foor in your house again in its present condition .That is what these people are doing right now its frightining .Best of luck to everybody
The “who cares?” comment Is quite unpalatable and my sympathy to those who have lost everything, some even their lives.
Having gone through this thread the most shocking thing is nobody has blamed climate change (yet) for this. As tragic as this, and other “natural” disasters, is; it’s gone on for time memorium and old Mother Earth is continually reinventing herself
Huge respect to the emergency responders and volunteers etc fighting these horrendous fires
Nobody had brought it up/started the argument, so you though you would?
All the best, B_Wad, and agree with all of that. There are undoubtedly worse things going on to more vulnerable people, and the BBC is certainly making the most of the easily accessible footage; but that doesn't take away from how grim this must be for everyone involved. Some of the LA suburbs are pretty idyllic, so a sad loss.
The worrying part for everyone is it's hard not to see this happening again in later years. Could reshape the whole area. My brother in law is up north near Walnut Creek - not as yet affected by any previous wildfires but it's been very dry some years and I know they're all wondering.
Thank you Bklyn.
Yes, sort of like L Block mentioned, drought, wildfire and winds are a phenomenon in the state that probably need more attention when it comes to planning. I reckon we might see more guidelines and requirements for fire-resistant materials and landscaping by insurance companies and layers of government.
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