To the editor: It seems like Mother Nature is giving us yet another wake-up call that we’re stubbornly ignoring. The devastating fires across Southern California are a stark reminder of how small we are in the face of nature’s might.
Why don’t more people recognize nature as our common adversary? Compared to its vastness, we’re just tiny specs. Rather than battling each other, shouldn’t we focus on unity? Let’s start by building bridges at all levels – within our families, neighborhoods, and across our state, nation, and even the planet.
In the end, nature will have the upper hand. Wouldn’t it be better if we came together and formed a stronger, united front?
Phyllis Molloff, Camarillo
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To the editor: Having lived in Los Angeles for nearly twenty years, some of my fondest memories are tied to the stunning Pacific Palisades and Will Rogers State Historic Park. It’s difficult to imagine these beautiful spots reduced to ashes.
But even more baffling is that, in the past two decades, no one has initiated a project to channel water from the adjacent Pacific Ocean to areas in desperate need. How is it possible that firefighters are left without water? It’s absolutely mind-blowing. My heart goes out to everyone affected by these tragic fires and their losses.
Elinor Hite, Carrollton, Texas
