I've unfortunately know several people who have lost their homes to fire.. including my sister. It is a horrible heart wrenching thing to go through. I am always happiest after I hear that there was no loss of human life. Everything else is worthless in comparison.
On the brighter side.. Awesome subject matter for monochrome shots though!!
Thank you, @bdmillergallery. I'm sorry to hear about your sister losing her home. What a terrible thing. But as you say human life is what matters. If everyone survives, they can eventually recover emotionally and rebuild.