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Forum on the Road: Santa Rosa, Six Months Post-Wildfires

The devastating wildfires that struck the North Bay last October claimed 24 lives and destroyed more than 3,000 homes and businesses in Santa Rosa alone.  As we approach the six-month mark since the fires, we'll talk with county residents about where they are in reconstructing their lives.
Mina Kim
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A rock in a tree outside of Santa Rosa's Luther Burbank Center for the Arts reads, "Sonoma County Strong."  (Photo: Amanda Stupi/KQED)

The devastating wildfires that struck the North Bay last October claimed 24 lives and destroyed more than 3,000 homes and businesses in Santa Rosa alone.  As we approach the six-month mark since the fires, we’ll talk with county residents about where they are in reconstructing their lives.

Guests:
Jeff Okrepkie, lost home in Coffey Park; president, Coffey Strong
Anne Dubay, lost home in rural area between Santa Rosa and Calistoga
Chris Keys, lost home in Santa Rosa; director of shelter and recovery ministries, Redwood Gospel Mission
Dayren Torres, lost family rental home in Santa Rosa, currently living in FEMA RV

Music:
The Crux, Coalsack: the Pilgrim
Trebuchet, She’ll Be Fine

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