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How Las Vegas Can Help Support the Carpenter 1 Fire on Mt. Charleston.

July 11, 2013 By Emily 14 Comments

 

If you live in Las Vegas you have most likely heard about the Carpenter 1 Fire on Mt. Charleston on the news, seen the smoke, or like us live close to the fire and are being directly affected by the smoke in the air.  As of today July 11 the fire has claimed over 27,968 acres, burned 6 structures, been responsible for 1 injury, and is only 15% contained.  Over 1,264 personnel (fire, police, forestry, and more) are actively working to help gain the upper hand on this fire that was started by a lightening strike on July 1st.

"Carpenter 1 Fire" "Las Vegas Wild Fire" "Mt. Charleston Fire" "Donations for Firefighters" "The 52 Club" "Carpenter 1 Mt. Charleston"

The city of Las Vegas seems very aware of this fire on a daily basis.  The communities of Kyle Canyon, Lee Canyon, and Trout Canyon have been evacuated.  James Bilray Elementary and Hafen Elementary have been designated by the Red Cross as reception centers and are open form 8am-10pm.  Some local casinos have begun to offer rooms to evacuees. Even those not residents of Mt. Charleston are feeling the effects of the fires. Our home like many others has begun to smell like smoke as it leaks in from the vents, there are ashes outside our home, and both my son and my asthma has started to become an issue.

My son is aware of the fire mostly because the smoke is so heavy and his asthma is acting up, has been asking a lot of questions. When he asked how he could help the firefighters my heart melted a little.  I told he he could draw a card thanking the firefighters and all people helping to try to contain this fire.  We had also been told water and Gatorade were needed at the command center set up at Centennial  High School.  My son asked me we could bring fruit instead, and I was happy to take him to the store to buy some.

"Carpenter 1 Fire" "Las Vegas Wild Fire" "Mt. Charleston Fire" "Donations for Firefighters" "The 52 Club" "Carpenter 1 Mt. Charleston"

Once we got to Centennial High School it became very clear that they are being overwhelmed by the amount of water and Gatorade donations.  To see all the donations they have recieved was amazing.  Car after car was still dropping off donations as I arrived this afternoon. At the donations drop off site I spoke to a firefighter who told me that while the donations are very much appreciated, they have too many at this time.

"Carpenter 1 Fire" "Las Vegas Wild Fire" "Mt. Charleston Fire" "Donations for Firefighters" "The 52 Club" "Carpenter 1 Mt. Charleston"

Two kind Forest Service members talking to my son about the fires, how he can help, and what to do if he ever sees a fire.

I asked him how local Las Vegas could help, and he said that handmade cards by kids or handwritten notes of thanks were always accepted and greatly appreciated.  He asked that we spread the word that water and Gatorade donations have been met and if people still wanted to help donate in some way that they do so via The 52 Club.

"The 52 Club" "Wildland Firefighters foundation" "Donation Firefighters"

The 52 Club is the Wildland Firefighter Foundation that sends money directly to the fallen or injured firefighter’s families (like the 19 firefighters lost in the Yamell Arizona fire.)  The $52 annual donation (or $1 per week) helps support the families of firefighters for a longer period of time as well as provide emergency financial and emotional assistance.

How Can You Help?

They do NOT need any further water or Gatorade donations.  You can help by making a donation to The 52 Club or by writing a thank you card or having your kids bring pictures/cards of support to Centennial High School located at 10200 Centennial PKWY, Las Vegas, NV 89149.  You can always donate to the local Red Cross chapter of Southern Nevada as well.  Please spread the word about how you can help to friends and family wanting to make donations in Las Vegas.

For More Information:

If you want a daily update on the fire please go to this website.  You can also follow on social media: Twitter – Facebook. 

A public meeting will be held Thursday, July 11, 2013 at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area Visitor Center 5:30 p.m. The center is located off Charleston Blvd. (SR 159). A Joint Information Center is in operation. All calls should be directed to (702) 799-4610.

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Emily is a wife & mom living in Las Vegas. The owner and writer at Our Knight Life, Emily loves sharing her two adorable boys and journey through motherhood. Emily has run four half marathons to date and is always training for her next big race. She also enjoys creating healthy recipes for her family and sharing family friendly product reviews.

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Comments

  1. Kelly @ A Girl Worth Saving says

    July 11, 2013 at 3:23 pm

    I’m so glad the community is helping out the personal responding to the fire and praying for rain!

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  2. Brandie (@ Home Cooking Memories) says

    July 11, 2013 at 5:29 pm

    Excellent post, Emily. I wondered if that would happen, so it’s good to hear of other ways that Las Vegas residents can help.

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  3. Mellisa says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:45 pm

    What a great community!

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  4. Robin Gagnon says

    July 12, 2013 at 1:14 pm

    Great that the hydration needs have been met & it is so good that your son wants to help like that.

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  5. Marcie W. says

    July 12, 2013 at 4:36 pm

    Having lived in Las Vegas my entire life (over 30yrs) I can not recall a fire this bad so close to home, nor can I recall a time when our community has come together to help in such an amazing way! I am thrilled to hear that they now have the fire at 43% containment, and last I heard, it was raining in that area. Thanks for sharing this information 🙂

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  6. Colleen says

    July 12, 2013 at 7:32 pm

    Wow you are dealing with a lot, it is very heart warming though to hear that they have too many donations. I hope everything is taken care of soon.

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  7. Theresa says

    July 12, 2013 at 8:48 pm

    *hugs* I hope everything is taken care of soon.

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  8. Lolo says

    July 13, 2013 at 12:03 am

    I think it is wonderful that Vegas got together and helped them with all of those donations! I am going to have B make them some cards!

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  9. Shell Feis says

    July 13, 2013 at 2:21 am

    It makes my heart happy that they had too many donations! I need to have Shane make some cards. Here’s hoping for rain this weekend!

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  10. LyndaS says

    July 13, 2013 at 5:50 am

    It’s great that there has been such an outpouring of local support. I hope that it gets contained really soon.

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  11. Sheri says

    July 13, 2013 at 6:01 pm

    Oh gosh…I hope it is contained soon!

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  12. Dallas says

    July 13, 2013 at 8:25 pm

    I’m really glad to hear that the hydration issues are no longer an issue! I know when we were in CO with the fires last year, there were a bunch of water drives.

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  13. HilLesha says

    July 14, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    My goodness! I shared.

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  14. Toni says

    July 20, 2013 at 4:35 am

    That’s awesome they are joining together to help.

    Reply

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