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Within a few days, a routine was established. Every morning, the CAO of the town, the Mayor and the RCMP Staff Sergeant drove to the farm for breakfast. After breakfast, a meeting was held upstairs with whoever was required in administration and staff that day. The numbers varied depending on the demands of the fire. Sydney was invited to the meetings to keep her abreast of who was coming and going and why. It helped her oversee the laundry and bedding needs in the residence and Bea plan her meals. By the end of the week, Stoney Creek was put on Evacuation Alert.
Gord could sense her panic at the news.
“Don't let it throw you. The alert gives everyone time to pack what they want to take with them, make arrangements for moving animals, and be ready to leave if and when the word comes.
