View Of The Station Fire From Granada Hills


I have a friend whose house is one of two surviving houses in her neighborhood, and another who is being evacuated. Cross fingers, say prayers, burn sage, rub a horseshoe, or do whatever it is you do when you want to wish people well.

Photo courtesy Brad Laner

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