Taylor, how scary! I'm glad you're OK. How is everyone now?

The smoke from the west made its way all the way across the US, and we had some surreal red-sun sunrises and sets the last few days, but we had a hard rain last night and I think it's clear today. But nothing anywhere close to what you have endured in the states near the fires. I wish the powers that be were taking these threats more seriously and addressing climate change and preventative measures. Sending good vibes to all of you so affected!

Taylor, the cleanup must be overwhelming to say the least. Hang in there. One day at a time! Earrings and lippie

Mary, WOW. I hope your friend stays lucky! SCARY.

JAileen, we have not been able to open windows or doors for a week. Hot, trapped, stifling. No a/c.

I hear the skies cleared in San Francisco and the Bay Area! AMAZING. Everyone else in CA, OR, and WA - hang in there.

Here in Seattle, the worst of the smoke is apparently behind us. Air quality still bad, but visibility a bit better. We can see the ferries come past again! Rain on the way, and that will help a LOT. Waiting.....

The fires in Eastern WA have finally been contained. DESPERATE to open windows......

Wow- wishing all fresh air. It sounds brutal to have no way to open a window or use AC for so long. Sorry for the desperation, Angie. So understandable. You have a great view to the water, even now.

Glad a fire is contained. Hope all are workable ASAP.

JAileen, thank you, wonderful to be home.
Janet, thank you ! We are well and safe!
Angie, we are hanging In there . It’s going to be fine once the clean up is done:)
Eliza, thank you for this thread . It was a great place Of comfort and a place to vent.
People are helping people here(and across the fire engulfed areas). It’s really a beautiful thing to see people give to others. We fortunately didn’t lose anything , so we are trying to see what we can do for others .

So glad all fabbers are ok! The fires look absolutely terrifying and devastating!

Taylor, your positive and grateful attitude is inspiring. Thank you for that

Eliza, we had rain yesterday. It has cleared the smoke and air. More rain today. We can open our windows! The air is breathable. What a blessing

Awe, thank you Angie!

Yes, Taylor! Blue skies and healthy air here too - and we had a lot of rain yesterday. Perfect.

Our air quality has yet to hit the "good" range, but it's down to "moderate," which is a huge improvement. I can see mountains again, even if the sky isn't bright blue. Sadly, things are supposed to get worse again later this week. The nearest fire to us is still expanding and not expected to be fully contained until the end of October.

That's good to hear, Jenn. HOPE that fire is under control sooner!

Stormy and rainy in Seattle....

Jenn, we all really need these skies to clear
hopefully rain comes early this year For your area.
Angie, so happy it’s raining for you! Our skies have cleared, but it changes daily . It goes from clear to Smokey ...waiting for the rain !

Taylor, it's stormy and very rainy here. Sending it your way! To Jenn too.