Santiago FIRE - UPDATE

Here’s the latest news on the Santiago FIRE.

As of today, the fire is contained about 50%. However, some 2,000 homes are still evacuated in the canyons, as the fire still is a grave threat.

I am reporting that we still have flames sweeping into the Hamilton Oaks gated community in Trabuco Canyon. The good news is that our Firefighters drew protective lines around the houses, and now those lines appear to be holding.

Orange County Fire Authority Capt. Stephen Miller announced today that a $70,000 reward has been offered for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for starting the Santiago Fire. Capt. Miller urged tipsters to contact the OCFA’s arson tip line at 1-800-540-8282. Today I heard Walt Disney Co. will giving $2million for fire relief efforts, starting with a $200,000 donation to the American Red Cross for immediate disaster relief. The rest of the money will be used for future recovery efforts.

Remember you can count on The Register for the latest updates on the fire. Also, check out Dissent the Blog for updates from locals on the ground, as well as some ly terrifying photos of the fire.

Please remember to keep our fantastic California Firefighters and evacuees in your thoughts and prayers. They are all going through so some terrible times right now.