Update from RSF Patrol Chief Matt Wellhouser

The RSF Review just spoke with Rancho Santa Fe Patrol Chief Matt Wellhouser who assures residents that security teams are patrolling the area to keep homes as safe as possible. He adds that while it is hoped that Rancho Santa Fe residents may be able to begin returning home later today and tomorrow, please do not return at this time. Wellhouser said there are still certain “hot spots” in the Ranch that need to be addressed and, until it is safe, emergency personnel do not want the roads to get clogged with people returning. Wellhouser said that while there are parts of Rancho Santa Fe that are no longer affected by fire they need to keep those roads open to be able to access the hot spots. He said that things like a fallen power line could immediately create a problem so please do not return until the all clear has been given. Continue to check this Web site and the RSF Fire District Web site for news that it is OK for Rancho Santa Fe residents to return home in an orderly way.