Homes. Cal fire did not hesitate to evacuate 150 families nearby. Here on the southern flank the next morning, it was a surreal mix of peace and destruction. One side a picturesque Santa Cruz Mountain scene. The other, the wildfire burning out of control. Todays forecast for the Santa Cruz Mountains was about as good as it gets short of it actually raining. Calm winds, Cool Temperatures and high humidity kept the flames low and slow. With the flames creechg along the ground creeping along the ground, the strategy in this canyon is let it burn to the water edge and then to the manmade fire break and watch as it snuffs itself out. The fire dancing into their backyards, neighbors who at first ignored the mandatory Evacuation Order are finally going. What do you say to people who say you are crazy and stupid for being here . Well, let me see. Thats a good question. Are we crazy or stupid . Up the hill at a high point along bear creek road, crews are clearing brush and preparing for battle