FIRE!

FIRE!

The Cambria Crises Intervention Team (TIC) was called out early one morning last week to respond to a fire at the Castle Inn on Moonstone Beach in Cambria.  TIC’s roll in a fire incident is to support emergency personnel and motel guests with food and drink.  We also assist the guests with any other problems that may arise (like finding other accommodations, rescheduling of appointments, contacting family members, etc.) as a result of a fire.

A team of six was assembled about 5:30 AM and we headed to various Cambria restaurants, stores, etc. to gather supplies.  We picked up plenty of coffee, water, Gatorade, breakfast burritos and an assortment of baked goods.  Local Cambria establishments went above and beyond to assist us with outstanding quality food, to the detriment of their own businesses (opening prep was delayed).  All of it was donated.

As team members arrive at the scene, we coordinated with the fire chief where to establish our “CIT Dining Hall.”  This was soon done  and the food and drink distributed to all those in need.  The firefighters know how good the food is and came over in waves.  A few Inn guests wandered over and couldn’t believe all this stuff was free!  And good!

The fire started in a storage building (cause unknown as yet).  Fortunately, Cambria, Cayucos and CA State Fire personnel were able to contain the fire before it had spread into the living unit area.  No guests were hurt and just one firefighter was injured and transported to the hospital; his injuries were fairly minor.

I feel really fortunate to be a part of a community that cares about its residents and visitors, and will step-up to the plate when there’s a need rather than just talking about it.

 Below are some photographs I took at the seen (remember, to elarge any photo simply click your cursor on it):