Tonight's community meeting revealed more firefighting progress. On the north end, the fireline on the east side of the mid valley will be completed tomorrow. It's on the old Tosch road about a mile from the road.
On the South end, the fire is being let to burn slowly burning down canyons - except where structures would be threatened. In the latter case, the crews will defend. The fire is in Higgins Creek now. Winds have been favorable. Still, today was "not so good. But we've had only one injury so far. That's good." Crews will be fighting throughout the night.

Sam Farr was there. He praised the extraordinary spirit of Big Sur's community, and pledged help with all he could. He said for everyone to speak up with their needs and requests. His office will co-ordinate with Dave Potter's and the County Office of Emergency Services. He said he will be home here in Big Sur all next week, so let him know how you would like him to help. He said his first priority "is to get the road back open."

Frank inspected Partington Ridge, and around the Stone House today. And the old Wangoe home - which "is clean. 98% is untouched. Grape vines are growing on the roof."

Tomorrow you can see a jell demonstration - call 667 2317.
Also, Leona said she will conduct camp tours tomorrow for all who are interested. The first will be at 12:30 pm. The tour will take about 45 minutes. Call her at 667 231i7 to be scheduled.