#1Sep 10th, 2012
State of emergency declared in Lethbridge - YouTube
This is about the third time a fire has traveled from the reserve to the city.
About every 3 years this happens.
Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
This is about the third time a fire has traveled from the reserve to the city.
About every 3 years this happens.
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Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012
They are still evacuating surrounding areas including Milk River and Stirling. Hard to believe twice in one year. Hope they get it under control fast!
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Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by bunnyhug
And there was another one a couple years ago that went through the porcupine hills and Claresholm.They are still evacuating surrounding areas including Milk River and Stirling. Hard to believe twice in one year. Hope they get it under control fast!
The winds that came with the cold front were clocked at about 120 kph in lethbridge a few hours ago.
Here's a link to the radio traffic via a scanner.
http://audio7.radioreference.com/818576601
This is what it is like on the fireline!
I think it.s great.
This is live radio traffic on the fireline folks.
You have both the rcmp repeaters and the wildfire teams on here coordinateing.
This is live folks,the town of Nanton will be next to be evacuated as well as Milk river.
This is getting really big.
Listen to it live on that link folks.
You should be able to hear the bird dog and water bombers soon as the forestry channell gets priority.
I wont post anymore until I hear it but you folks can follow it live via that link.Shows how much bureaucracy there is when fighting a fire.Your tax dollars at work.
Last edited by shadowshiv; Sep 10th, 2012 at 08:41 PM..Reason: comment removed
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Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by Kakato
And there was another one a couple years ago that went through the porcupine hills and Claresholm.
The winds that came with the cold front were clocked at about 120 kph in lethbridge a few hours ago.
Here's a link to the radio traffic via a scanner.
http://audio7.radioreference.com/818576601
This is what it is like on the fireline!
I think it.s great.
This is live radio traffic on the fireline folks.
You have both the rcmp repeaters and the wildfire teams on here coordinateing.
This is live folks,the town of Nanton will be next to be evacuated as well as Milk river.
This is getting really big.
Listen to it live on that link folks.
You should be able to hear the bird dog and water bombers soon as the forestry channell gets priority.
incoming pics recieved from family there
Last edited by shadowshiv; Sep 10th, 2012 at 08:42 PM..Reason: comment removed from quote
#5
Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012
Wow,from what I hear on the scanner,it is getting very big!
Thanks for the pics.
Thanks for the pics.
#6
Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012
We're watching the hills here in the Okanagan as well forest fire above Peachland
south to Kelowna. So far four homes and outbuilding burned to the ground. Even
the main street of Peachland is on fire alert but I don't think the town will burn.
Fire is always a risky thing, especially when they interface with urban development.
This looks scary though, especially for families living on the outskirts of town
south to Kelowna. So far four homes and outbuilding burned to the ground. Even
the main street of Peachland is on fire alert but I don't think the town will burn.
Fire is always a risky thing, especially when they interface with urban development.
This looks scary though, especially for families living on the outskirts of town
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#7Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by Kakato
I know gerry and bear both think intercepting radio freaqs on a scanner is illegal.
I
and the reason for bringing up Bear and I when we are supposedly on ignore would be................................................ trolling.
#8
Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by damngrumpy
Its always scary and sad when someone loses a home. This is the 2nd fire in Lethbridge and surrounding areas in less than a year brought on by carelessness on the reserve. The smoke from BC is hitting here in SK. Hopefully they can get these fires under control and fast.We're watching the hills here in the Okanagan as well forest fire above Peachland
south to Kelowna. So far four homes and outbuilding burned to the ground. Even
the main street of Peachland is on fire alert but I don't think the town will burn.
Fire is always a risky thing, especially when they interface with urban development.
This looks scary though, especially for families living on the outskirts of town
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Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by gerryh
You bitch if I ignore you or not,just pointing out you twos lil faux pas on the law concerning radio frequencies.and the reason for bringing up Bear and I when we are supposedly on ignore would be................................................ trolling.
If you still think it's illegal then you better not click that link that lets you in on the action long before any news organization can get it on the air.
Cuz then according to you two you would be breaking the law.
I'm a ticketed and trained wildfire fighter Ger,I know the laws where info on fires is concerned.
I took both you 2 off ignore last night,I needed a laugh.
The huge winds also caused this today!
I'm just wringing my hands thinking of all the coin to be made.
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#11 Top Rated PostRe: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012
In my opinion, being excited about making money due to something like this happening isn't really a good way to look at things.
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#12Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by Kakato
Post the link to where we said that.
Cuz then according to you two you would be breaking the law.
Quote: Originally Posted by Kakato
The huge winds also caused this today!
I'm just wringing my hands thinking of all the coin to be made.
This says soooooooooooooooo much about you.
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#13Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by shadowshiv
That's what I do for a living,you should be thanking me for having your power in the morning because I am the guy that will be out there at 2 am getting it fixed so you can have your morning coffee and toast in the comfort of a warm kitchen.In my opinion, being excited about making money due to something like this happening isn't really a good way to look at things.
Quote: Originally Posted by gerryh
Tell someone who cares gerry.Post the link to where we said that.
This says soooooooooooooooo much about you.
Maybe bear.
Most members here couldn't give a **** about your asinine comments.
Me included.
I told you already I don't swing mano a mano so go hit on someone else ok bud?
I know I'm a good looking guy but I'm into gals,not guys ok mon ami?
You and bears infatuation with me is starting to scare me.
Are you two dateing?
Last edited by Kakato; Sep 10th, 2012 at 09:12 PM..
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#14Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by Kakato
Tell someone who cares gerry.
Maybe bear.
Most members here couldn't give a **** about your asinine comments.
Me included.
You made the accusation. Now back it up, or is it another one of your bullshyte lies that you are so good at throwing around?
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#15Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by Kakato
That's all well and good, but when you make it sound like you are excited that something like this is happening because that will mean a good payday, it doesn't really make you come across in the best light. And lots of people have difficult jobs, at crappy hours. It's not like it's confined to your particular job.That's what I do for a living,you should be thanking me for having your power in the morning because I am the guy that will be out there at 2 am getting it fixed so you can have your morning coffee and toast in the comfort of a warm kitchen.
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#16Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by Kakato
I told you already I don't swing mano a mano so go hit on someone else ok bud?
I know I'm a good looking guy but I'm into gals,not guys ok mon ami?
You and bears infatuation with me is starting to scare me.
Are you two dateing?
What the fu ck?
#17
Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by shadowshiv
No,you assumed I was excited,this is my work,Im allways excited about a challenge.That's all well and good, but when you make it sound like you are excited that something like this is happening because that will mean a good payday, it doesn't really make you come across in the best light. And lots of people have difficult jobs, at crappy hours. It's not like it's confined to your particular job.
I love my job,peeps pay me good money to fix things so too bad you have a problem with that.
Like I care.
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#18Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by Kakato
You need to knock that crap off. Making comments about someone's sexuality(regardless if it's true or not) is trolling...actually it's worse than mere trolling. I've seen you make similar comments before, and let it slide. Not anymore. You have a problem with gerry, that's fine. Make comments about the posts, NOT the person. Next step is an Infraction.I told you already I don't swing mano a mano so go hit on someone else ok bud?
I know I'm a good looking guy but I'm into gals,not guys ok mon ami?
You and bears infatuation with me is starting to scare me.
Are you two dateing?
Quote: Originally Posted by Kakato
I didn't say I had a problem with that. The following comment is what I took issue with (I'm just wringing my hands thinking of all the coin to be made.). I'm sorry, but how does that not sound like you're excited?No,you assumed I was excited,this is my work,Im allways excited about a challenge.
I love my job,peeps pay me good money to fix things so too bad you have a problem with that.
Like I care.
#19
Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012
I love a good argument there are some great comment on both sides. As for the fires
you know this might be a reserve issue but most of the bloody forest fires we have are
caused by all kinds of people with boats and campers and a couple of cases of beer
that are too damn lazy to put the fire out. We have people who won't smoke in their
car, they get out have a smoke and burn down the bloody forest.
This fire we don't know yet, but it started right next connector that is a short cut to the
coast. I think the hunting dogs would be on the right track barring a meteor striking the
earth.
The real question I have is why is it that everything has to degenerate into accusation
and recriminations, oh I think we all do it but why?
you know this might be a reserve issue but most of the bloody forest fires we have are
caused by all kinds of people with boats and campers and a couple of cases of beer
that are too damn lazy to put the fire out. We have people who won't smoke in their
car, they get out have a smoke and burn down the bloody forest.
This fire we don't know yet, but it started right next connector that is a short cut to the
coast. I think the hunting dogs would be on the right track barring a meteor striking the
earth.
The real question I have is why is it that everything has to degenerate into accusation
and recriminations, oh I think we all do it but why?
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Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by shadowshiv
I have no problems with gerry,I have known him a lot longer then most of you have.You need to knock that crap off. Making comments about someone's sexuality(regardless if it's true or not) is trolling...actually it's worse than mere trolling. I've seen you make similar comments before, and let it slide. Not anymore. You have a problem with gerry, that's fine. Make comments about the posts, NOT the person. Next step is an Infraction.
Maybe shiv you should send the same message to him?
He made it clear many times on his preference for bi and I have no problem with that.
So why do you have a problem with it?
He has no problem posting any of my info.
The forum trolls here have no problem going back a year to find some post of mine,yet you call me a troll?
Too funny.
Quote: Originally Posted by damngrumpy
The clique grumpy,every forum eventually gets one and if it isn't taken care off then they pretty well take over.I love a good argument there are some great comment on both sides. As for the fires
you know this might be a reserve issue but most of the bloody forest fires we have are
caused by all kinds of people with boats and campers and a couple of cases of beer
that are too damn lazy to put the fire out. We have people who won't smoke in their
car, they get out have a smoke and burn down the bloody forest.
This fire we don't know yet, but it started right next connector that is a short cut to the
coast. I think the hunting dogs would be on the right track barring a meteor striking the
earth.
The real question I have is why is it that everything has to degenerate into accusation
and recriminations, oh I think we all do it but why?
This forum is a perfect example of that.
Wont be the first one to be left with a half a dozen members and dropping ad income.
Canada kicks *** was bigger then this forum and it went the same way,just saying and predicting.
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Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by damngrumpy
It has been declared that the fire originated from the reserve....but do take into consideration its fall and its harvest time. Fires during harvest are not unusual and not all fires are started by smokers. Unfortunately due to the winds again this has become a wildfire that is threatening large communities. The latest on the scanner is that the fire is indeed closing in on west Lethbridge.I love a good argument there are some great comment on both sides. As for the fires
you know this might be a reserve issue but most of the bloody forest fires we have are
caused by all kinds of people with boats and campers and a couple of cases of beer
that are too damn lazy to put the fire out. We have people who won't smoke in their
car, they get out have a smoke and burn down the bloody forest.
This fire we don't know yet, but it started right next connector that is a short cut to the
coast. I think the hunting dogs would be on the right track barring a meteor striking the
earth.
The real question I have is why is it that everything has to degenerate into accusation
and recriminations, oh I think we all do it but why?
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#22Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by shadowshiv
I didn't say I had a problem with that. The following comment is what I took issue with (I'm just wringing my hands thinking of all the coin to be made.). I'm sorry, but how does that not sound like you're excited?
One nice thing, not all Albertans are out for the "almighty buck",
The fire, which started on the Blood Reserve, has crossed the river, and all efforts are being made to contain, according to Johnson, as the city has issued a state of emergency. He added that could allow the city to activate private equipment in the firefighting efforts.
Johnson did mention many private contractors have already volunteered the use of their equipment.
County battling wildfire, Coalhurst evacuated - Sunny South News
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#23Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by Kakato
I've already explained it in the PM. It's all about the tone in which you made the comments.I have no problems with gerry,I have known him a lot longer then most of you have.
Maybe shiv you should send the same message to him?
He made it clear many times on his preference for bi and I have no problem with that.
So why do you have a problem with it?
He has no problem posting any of my info.
The forum trolls here have no problem going back a year to find some post of mine,yet you call me a troll?
Too funny.
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Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by gerryh
Here's the effected areas
Alert CA-AB-AEA1-1119
a more updated effected areas...
Lethbridge, Blood Reserve Fire: Southern Alberta Reserve Wildfire Moving Quickly Due To Wind (PHOTOS)
also just posted in the last 10 minutes : Lethbridge, Blood Reserve Fire: Southern Alberta Reserve Wildfire Moving Quickly Due To Wind (PHOTOS)
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Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012
Still listening to the scanner,very interesting!
I would be there if I was back home.
From what I can hear the priority is on tack1 forestry frequency on this link,the rest is red deer RCMP.
This is live forestry channel
http://audio7.radioreference.com/818576601
They are requesting heavy machinery and more equipment.
Coalhurst is still under evacuation order and highway 25 is also closed,south to lethbridge closed,open to picture butte.
Wild!
I would be there if I was back home.
From what I can hear the priority is on tack1 forestry frequency on this link,the rest is red deer RCMP.
This is live forestry channel
http://audio7.radioreference.com/818576601
They are requesting heavy machinery and more equipment.
Coalhurst is still under evacuation order and highway 25 is also closed,south to lethbridge closed,open to picture butte.
Wild!
Last edited by Kakato; Sep 10th, 2012 at 10:11 PM..
#27
Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012
most current update via City of Lethbridge : Fire is now under control but fire crews will be working through the night. Evacuation orders are still in effect and will continue until it is safe to return. Estimated size of the fire is 4,800 hectares. Over 100 responders from Lethbridge and surrounding communities. Number of tanker drops by Alberta Sustainable Resources - 1 Bird Dog Plane, 2 Helicopters, 3 Tanker Planes.
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#28Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012
My niece lives in the North end of Lethbridge, she said they had a lot of smoke but that it is getting much better.
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#29Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by gerryh
Bunny and I are less worried for our sister who lives on the west side. They are talking now of possibly reopening hwy 3.My niece lives in the North end of Lethbridge, she said they had a lot of smoke but that it is getting much better.
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#30Re: Wildfire forces evacuation of parts of Lethbridge and coalhurst.
Sep 10th, 2012Quote: Originally Posted by JaneBlonde
Glad to hear that it sounds like your sister will be okay, Jane!Bunny and I are less worried for our sister who lives on the west side. They are talking now of possibly reopening hwy 3.
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