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Boogerowen 
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 6:22pm |
Folks, this will be short and bitter, as on August, old Boogerowen was consumed by wildfire, along with about 400 other families in Creek County Okla, I lost all 6 of my tractors as well as everything I owned. The only things I was able to save was my guns that were in a safe designed to withstand 2500 degree's for 4 hours and my little travel trailer, and my older hunting pick-up truck. GOD BLESS AMERICA
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Alberta Phil
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 6:26pm |
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Man oh man! That's bad news. I hope you have some family help and support. We'll be sayin' a prayer or two for you.
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CTuckerNWIL
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 6:31pm |
Sorry to hear that Gordon. It might be kinda hard to think this way right now, but you can feel lucky you didn't get caught in it. It's gotta be tough though to get back to life when so much history is lost. 
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Tracy Martin TN
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 6:37pm |
God Bless you and your attitude. Hope all is better with each passing day. God speed all of the fire victims recovery! Tracy Martin
Edited by Tracy Martin TN - 17 Aug 2012 at 6:37pm
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David G.
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 7:06pm |
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That's tough to swallow. Hang in there. It can only get better from here!
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Bob D. (La)
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 7:10pm |
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Though it seems like very little, at least you are still here and able to tell us. May God comfort you and give you support as you start through the next steps of returning to normal. Will continue praying for you. God Bless.
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DiyDave
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 7:51pm |
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My prayers are with you. Step back, take a breath, and praise god, you weren't burnt with the farm!
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singingpig
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 8:07pm |
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So sorry to hear of your loss. Tragic.
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Coke-in-MN
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 8:15pm |
Some footage from area [TUBE]http://youtu.be/HIopPEGc41A[/TUBE][TUBE]http://youtu.be/Xomsy9M1PU8[/TUBE] [TUBE]http://youtu.be/cZyT5mq0m9I[/TUBE]
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Ted J
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 9:15pm |
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Such a tragedy for you. I'll be praying for you, God be with you through this ordeal.
Ted
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KD in SE Ks
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 10:11pm |
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I hate to here you were one of those that got burnt out man. Take care.
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427435
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 10:52pm |
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That just sucks. Glad you are safe and wish you the best for recovering from the loss.
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allischalmerguy
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 10:57pm |
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I am so sorry to hear that. Man that is a tough one. I hope and pray you had good insurance? Even though there is so much like photos and keep sakes that will never be replaced. Your message reminds us all of how fast things can be taken away and this life has dissapointments from time to time. Prayers for you and the 400 families.
Mike in Iowa
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mdtractormechanic
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 11:07pm |
Our prayers are with you and neighbors. If I can help in some way let me know with a PM.
Joe from Maryland
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Eldon (WA)
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 11:47pm |
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Now that just sucks big time. We have families in the same situation out here in WA state. Material stuff can be replaced, but human life and animal loss is very sad. Glad you are able to post here.
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BrianC
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 11:55pm |
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Terrible, but happy you didn't get harmed. I have packed up for fire alerts in the past.
I was expecting this thread to be about someone tired of the desk job
and was wanting to restore tractors instead.
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split51
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Posted: 17 Aug 2012 at 11:58pm |
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Gordon. Sorry to hear about you loss.
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dt1050
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 5:03am |
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a few years ago our house burnt while I was at work, it was a total loss, the attick was laying in the basement. we lost a few pets, (my pets are like family) but atleast nobody was hurt. It sucks, it will be some thing that is unforgetable. I'm sorry to hear about your equip, but as stated above, atleast you and your family are safe. it will take some time, but soon things will get better.
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dave63
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 5:27am |
So glade to here you are OK, Give us a list of clothing sizes and some ideas of things you may need with an address that they could be shipped too.
I'm sure most of use would be glad to help out if we can.
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Dick L
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 6:04am |
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Sorry to hear this for sure. Please let us know how we can help. If you have a working address now please post it.
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Jim Lindemood
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 7:14am |
Gordon -- so sorry to hear -- If one has not experienced it, they don't realize the power of a wildfire. Glad you are OK.
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geb
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 7:15am |
Yes, we need an address. Guys if everyone on here could send him a small donation, I'm sure it would help. Any amount would help, even $5-$10-$20. I personaly think a small donation would help more than used clothing. ADDRESS PLEASE!!!!
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Gary in da UP
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 8:35am |
What a tragedy for you, your frinds and neighbors. Your truck and camper
surviveing has to be a blessing, Many probably don't have that.
Post a mailing address , and update us on your situation when you can.
Gary
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JimD
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 8:58am |
It has been a very tragic time in our area. We are about 40 miles from the damage. We sent a few firefighters to the fire, but had to keep someone in town. We were under such sever conditions that all it would take is a spark and we would be just as bad off. Everyone has pulled every resource they have to try and alleviate the impact. So far statewide a count of over 600 homes lost. 1 fatality. Oh, and not to get political, but marinas and rv parks are opening up and people are volunteering thier personal motorhomes, and campers to fthe victims to live in while figuring out the next step. Just like much of the rest of the county, we take care of our own and don't wait on FEMA. It just doesn't make the news. So far the investigation of the Manford fire is that it was started on Tribal land by either somone burning brush, or throwing cigarettes. Other fires in the state were set intentionally. JimD
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JimD
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 9:00am |
I have an address for him. I'll see if he is objectionable to providing it. I will not however post it openly. JimD
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MikeinLcoMo
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 9:17am |
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PM me when you get settled. I'll send you some hand tools. Sorry about your loss. Mike
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redline
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 9:30am |
I also am sorry to hear you have had such a loss, and I am also glad you are still able to tell us.
I am sure looking forward to the end of this drought we have been in. It has caused a lot of misery for a lot of good people!
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Pat the Plumber CIL
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 10:09am |
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So sorry to hear of your losses. Please post an address so those of us not affected can help.
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 10:12am |
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Remember that "stuff" can be replaced but you can't be. Glad you are OK and safe. Let us know what "stuff" you need and we'll get-er-done.
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Hubert (Ga)engine7
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012 at 5:55pm |
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Gordon, sorry to hear of your loss. Glad you are okay and were able to save a few things. If you don't mind PM me or send me an email with your mailing address.
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Just an old country boy saved by the grace of God.
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