14,198 Acres, 485 Homes, and Two Lives / by Rebecca Tillett

"On the fifth day since it began on June 11, the (Black Forest) fire had consumed 14,198 acres, 485 homes and two lives. The blaze was 65 percent contained Sunday, and authorities were confident all the casualties had been recorded."

This one is dedicated to Colorado...and Colorado Springs in particular for the Hell this place has been through the last 2 years. Stay strong, everyone..

All proceeds from the sale of this print will benefit the Pikes Peak Community Foundation's Emergency Relief Fund. Click here to purchase: http://rtillett.zenfolio.com/blackforestfire/h6a6167d2#h6a6167d2

For more information... http://www.denverpost.com/coloradowildfires2013/ci_23472680/black-forest-fire-home-colorado-springs

http://www.csindy.com/coloradosprings/ArticleArchives?keywords=wildfire