Camp Fire Aftermath

It's been almost exactly two months since the Camp Fire in Paradise, California occurred. There have been so many heartbreaking stories told and pictures viewed. The destruction of an entire town is unbelievable at best. And, yet, that's exactly what happened.After two months of working to put the city back together progress is being made. Crews were working everywhere on the day we visited. But there is an unbelievable amount of repairing, rebuilding still needed. Many residents say they will rebuild. They will go back because Paradise is their home, regardless. But many have also said just the opposite. No way will they go back. Some have moved far away, while others are continuing to live in shelters close-by. It will take months for the debris to be removed from the town after the Camp Fire. And months more to rebuild. Utilities. Water. Power. Cell coverage. All gone.These images are of my son's home site once the evacuation controls were lifted about six weeks after the fire eliminated most of the town and the rain washed some of the ash away. His home is one of so very many. 

Camp Fire Aftermath

Dryer and Washer Old Toyota Stout with the windshield melted right on to the hood. His beloved 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 is completely gutted. Street view, living room, and bed box springs. Front door, water heater, and Uncle Kevin's flight helmet from Vietnam. Refrigerator, water heater and toolbox, and the kitchen sink complete with dirty dishes. The residents of Paradise will need your help for a very long time. So many people lost not only their home but their job as well. If you can volunteer or donate, your efforts will be appreciated beyond measure.

Wishing you all a year of enough.

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Nadeen Flynn is a published, award winning northern California fine art photographer. Living in the greater Sacramento area, she specializes in fine art landscape and still life photography. She offers in-person workshops, hourly lessons, and mentoring. While currently living in rural northern California with her husband and a couple thousand walnut trees, she posts regularly to Instagram.

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