re: #140 HypnoToad

Got a email bulletin from Mt. Wilson. Some of the fires around the perimeter of the observatory (particularly two days ago on the south side) were actually controlled backfires to reduce the fuel load. The Station fire several years ago had significantly reduced that on the North side. The lookdown angle of the webcam on the 150’ solar tower made it look closer to structures than it was. Firefighters plan on remaining on site through the end of this month to watch for flare-ups.

When it all reopens, let us buy you lunch at the Cosmic Cafe. That chili on Doritos thing somehow tastes better there than anywhere else. I so look forward to going back.