(FW) – As fires continue to rage across vast swathes of California, firefighters have been struggling to bring the flames under control. Now, with thousands being evacuated from their homes, many faith communities are being called upon to help.
The most recent blaze to break out is the “Hillside Fire,” which has been spreading across the northern part of San Bernadino. The largest is the Kincade fire, which has burnt a staggering 76,825 acres. It is now 45% contained. Thankfully, despite ominous footage of flames encroaching on the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library yesterday, the building has now been secured –in part, thanks to a heard of goats.
The grazing animals were hired earlier this year to clear flammable brush from the land surrounding the complex. The goats were tasked with eliminating excess scrub, which allowed a break in the fire and gave firefighters the vital time required to reach the location and extinguish the flames. An innovative fire prevention measure! READ MORE
