by Susanne | Jan 22, 2026 | 2025 Holiday Wildfire Curious, Evacuation, News, Preparedness, Recovery, Wildfire
Have you ever looked at a massive concrete bridge and thought, “That’s basically rock, it’s invincible”? Concrete is generally a firesafe material: “Concrete and concrete products are fire resistant. Concrete does not burn and it does not emit any toxic...
by Susanne | Jan 10, 2026 | 2025 Holiday Wildfire Curious, Evacuation, News, Preparedness, Recovery, Wildfire
High above the ground, Zip Zap is one of billions of electrons racing through a high-voltage transmission line. Rumor has it that a wildfire is roaring nearby. Most electrons fear the heat, but not Zip Zap. She is a thrill-seeker. She is tired of the daily grind —...
by Susanne | Dec 18, 2025 | 2025 Holiday Wildfire Curious, News, Preparedness, Recovery, Wildfire
Pop quiz! Let’s test your intuition about melting ice. Which melts faster? A block of ice that is: 1 foot square 1 inch square Which melts faster? A block of ice sitting in: Direct sunlight Deep shade Which melts faster? A block of ice wrapped in: Shiny white plastic...
by Susanne | Dec 16, 2025 | 2025 Holiday Wildfire Curious, News, Preparedness, Wildfire
Every large gathering needs a mix of personalities: the Shy Wallflower, the Relaxed Socializer, and the Swinging Party Animal. It turns out, a wildfire has the same three types of guests. And, it takes a mix of all three to throw a truly devastating wildfire party!...
by Susanne | Dec 11, 2025 | 2025 Holiday Wildfire Curious, Flood, News, Preparedness, Recovery, Wildfire
The flames are out, the firefighters have gone home, the drama is over. Or is it? If you live downhill or downstream from a wildfire burn area, you have a front-row reservation for the riveting sequel: 🔥 Wildfire, Part II: Here Come the Flows! 🌊 Introducing...
