How are the LA folks handling the rain?

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by DAEpperson

This storm was so totally overhyped by the local media.

And now the acting governor has declared a state of emergency so we will get federal funds.

The other 49 states need to pay for el lay to clean up after the rain - great!

Only in CA does rain constitute a state disaster.

[BeyGon]

Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy

Only in CA does rain constitute a state disaster.

all the hills in Kansass could burn and you still couldn't get a mud slide in the rain.

[onewhippedpuppy]

Hey look, you added an "s". Now THAT is clever!

Maybe if morons didn't build houses in fire zones the rest of the USA wouldn't pay for CA forest fires and mudslides?

[BeyGon]

If I misspelled the name it was an accident, everyone has to live someplace, you chose to live there.

[Nostril Cheese]

How was your day?

[Nostril Cheese]

Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy

Hey look, you added an "s". Now THAT is clever!

Maybe if morons didn't build houses in fire zones the rest of the USA wouldn't pay for CA forest fires and mudslides?

[BLEW911]

I guess there are morons everywhere, even in Kansas.

Greensburg Kansas, 2007

[BeyGon]

I wonder if California tax money goes to tornado and hurricane relief?

[dd74]

Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy

Maybe if morons didn't build houses in fire zones the rest of the USA wouldn't pay for CA forest fires and mudslides?

I'm convinced you have no idea of what you're talking about.

Fire zones...what the hell are fire zones?

We had a few tornadoes too...in our tornado zone.

Known by you folks as tornado alley.

You would have felt right at home...

[SoCal911T]

Originally Posted by BLEW911

I guess there are morons everywhere, even in Kansas.

Not just morons. Apparently Kansas has hypocrites and douchebags too.

[onewhippedpuppy]

The same areas in CA that seem to catch fire every year. Every thread about CA fires features CA residents, many who have posted here, ranting about the stupidity of those that build in these areas. Sorry if my terminology was wrong.

By the way, "tornado alley" consists of parts of at least 6 states (depending on where you look). I've lived in KS my entire life and never seen one actually on the ground.

KS and the Wizard of Oz? You're digging deep! Ever think of a career in comedy?

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by SoCal911T

Not just morons. Apparently Kansas has hypocrites and douchebags too.

Thanks for the response. You obviously put a lot of thought into your decisive and timely retort.

By the way, my terminology wasn't made up: California Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map, courtesty of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
CAL FIRE - Fire Protection - Zone Maps

[Danimal16]

Originally Posted by BeyGon

I wonder if California tax money goes to tornado and hurricane relief?

Yep.

[Danimal16]

Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy

The same areas in CA that seem to catch fire every year. Every thread about CA fires features CA residents, many who have posted here, ranting about the stupidity of those that build in these areas. Sorry if my terminology was wrong.

By the way, "tornado alley" consists of parts of at least 6 states (depending on where you look). I've lived in KS my entire life and never seen one actually on the ground.

KS and the Wizard of Oz? You're digging deep! Ever think of a career in comedy?

Actually, I think the Wizard has his place here in CA.

[Danimal16]

Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy

Thanks for the response. You obviously put a lot of thought into your decisive and timely retort.

By the way, my terminology wasn't made up: California Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map, courtesty of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
CAL FIRE - Fire Protection - Zone Maps

That map is who does the work of fighting them. Problem aside from arson is that mother nature has designed this place to have a good burn from time to time. It is just the way it is. Just like grass fires and forest fires.

[Hugh R]

I understand, this is part of my 18 acres of fire zone.

I clear brush 200 feet and insure the house heavily.

[dd74]

Just so you know, Matt, any place can be a "fire zone." It depends on how far the embers fly.

Also, Ca. has very strict brush clearance and roof regulation laws. The fine is enormous for a homeowner who does not abide by these rules/codes.

We can and do prevent a lot of fire damage in lieu of what the news shows people in Kansas and elsewhere.

[JavaBrewer]

You have to remember that for folks outside the immediate area rely on the media for information. The media likes to dramatize everything to gain an audience. Yes SoCal has had a ton of rain and there is lots of flooding but except for a few extreme instances life is going on - kids are in school, folks are commuting to work.

Same for the fires. The news likes to portray the entire state engulfed in flame. Reality is that 99% of the residents were unaffected and moving on with their daily routine.

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by JavaBrewer

You have to remember that for folks outside the immediate area rely on the media for information. The media likes to dramatize everything to gain an audience. Yes SoCal has had a ton of rain and there is lots of flooding but except for a few extreme instances life is going on - kids are in school, folks are commuting to work.

Same for the fires. The news likes to portray the entire state engulfed in flame. Reality is that 99% of the residents were unaffected and moving on with their daily routine.

Actually I get my CA news from PPOT.

[craigster59]

Was able to dig out this morning and get to work. Lots of the white stuff.