Firsthand Account of Escaping California's Camp Fire
Posted by:
Brian Scott
Occurred on November 8, 2018 / Paradise, California, USA
Info from Licensor: "I spent about 50 minutes at the Hospital as the traffic was bumper to bumper both ways through flames. Seeing these Hospital staff in action during this catastrophe, I learned that medically isn't the only way they are capable of saving lives. In that firestorm, with hot embers flying around like small missiles, it took nerves of steel and incredible courage to stay and evacuate all the patients, knowing it could cost them their lives. Be proud, Paradise. These folks are real heroes. Of that I have no doubts... Days later, I found out that my cousin Robbie, an EMT out of Chico, made it to Paradise. Nearing the Hospital, they were turned back by the flames then went to Bille and Clark, where they found Bille gridlocked with scores of people abandoning cars and fleeing on foot through the rapidly advancing fire. This is where they posted up, helping in the ensuing evacuation transporting survivors back and forth to safety. When this nightmare is over with and with people's blessings, I would like to help myself and others by telling his and others inspirational stories from that day which will never be forgotten. Also, thank you Mark Grover of The Razors for original guitar music heard in this video."
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