Members of the Luther Fire Department regrouped after 9 p.m. Friday, preparing for a long and challenging night ahead. They were joined by fellow firefighters from Nichols Hills, The Village, Newalla, Del City, Midwest City, Hickory Hills, and other departments, all working together to combat relentless wildfires fueled by high winds and dry conditions.
Luther Fire Chief Joe Figueroa said the firestorm began in the Hickory Hills neighborhood on Hiwassee, just north of Highway 66, in Arcadia, and spread northeast toward rural Luther and unincorporated Oklahoma County throughout the afternoon and evening. Tragically, at least ten homes were destroyed – with extensive losses to others. Firefighters remain on high alert as a wind shift expected around 1 a.m. Saturday could reignite flames and intensify the danger.
Chief Figueroa emphasized the severity of the situation, with crews working tirelessly to contain the blaze and protect the community. He said, thankfully, there had been no reports of injury…