TINDERBOX RALEIGH PLUS

Some flames are reaching up to 100 feet, according to officials.Ī decades-long megadrought, combined with low humidity and high winds, has created tinderbox conditions in the area.

Videos taken in the region show skies covered in orange flames and thick plumes of smoke as the blaze continues to gain traction and spread. While the Red Cross has opened a shelter at a local middle school, the Fort Tuthill County Stables has been opened for horses, goats, sheep, pigs and chickens that reside in the evacuation zone, according to the county.Ī red flag warning has been canceled in Arizona due to relaxing winds but remains in five neighboring states from Nebraska to New Mexico. More than 200 firefighters are battling the fast-moving inferno, which is currently 0% contained.Īn additional 250 structures are threatened, which has prompted evacuations of nearly 800 homes and 1,000 animals in the area. The Tunnel Fire, which sparked Sunday about 14 miles northeast of Flagstaff, Arizona, exploded to more than 16,000 acres by Wednesday morning, destroying at least 25 structures, according to Coconino County officials. I would make a point of getting to know their pipe-expert and go from there.Dangerous fire conditions are creating the perfect fuel for wildfires to scorch through the arid landscapes of the Southwest. I'd say, don't be discouraged by an overwhelming cigar selection, if my local TB is any indication, they have enough variety and a small, but good selection of blends and pipes that will keep you happy. So, I guess what I'm saying, is that you might be pleasantly surprised by what you find. The also have a $65 La Rocca, which is a beautiful rusticated, bend dublin, and one of the most beautiful pipes I own. All three of them smoke so well, that I reserved them for my English blends. I own three Carolina Briar's now, one was a drug store $25 pipe, the others were a little higher end, TB pipes, and none of them disapoint. However, on the low end, my local TB has a pipe brand called Carolina Briar, priced at the $50-$70 mark. But I generally find gorgeous Ascorti, Caminetto and a couple of other premium brands I can't remember. Both times he ordered me a 16 ounce bag and I was cheaper than buying it myself and sans shipping & handling.Īs for their pipe selection, he has exquisite taste in pipes, but they are all premium brands, well at least for the most part, and since my pipe purchases rarely exceed $100, their are out of my price range.

He's also gotten me some bulk discounts on some of my favorite blends, including Squadron Leader and Haunted Bookshop. It is true that their store is mostly stocked with cigars and cigar paraphernalia, but I have such a good relationship with the pipe manager, that I prefer going there. Yesterday I also purchased some of their other McClelland blends, including their 1927 and Christmas Cheer (Holiday Tobacco). I believe it is lightly aromatic, but it's one of my go-to blends when I want something mild and smooth. I have to be honest that he has not steered me wrong yet, and one of my favorite blends is the TB 1928. I frequent my local TB all the time, and have become good friends with the person who manages their pipes and pipe tobacco area. Sadly, he eventually succumbed to the internet as well as the punitive taxes in WA state. It was a meeting place for all and sundry, and my local herfing group made this a destination for years. And one could smoke anywhere in the store!

TINDERBOX RALEIGH PLUS

He also had a way great smoking lounge in the back of the store complete with leather chairs and couches, big screen TV, great sound system, smoke extractor, plus food and drink. He also had a great selection of pipe 'baccys, and apart from the TB bulk stuff he was obligated to carry he also offered open tins that one could sample before purchasing. I bought my Wiley and several Petes through him. His operation was the best I've ever seen - while primarily dedicated to cigars, he also had a very large selection of pipes in all cost ranges. The proprietor was a son of a tobacconist and while young, knew more about 'baccy than I've ever forgot! Used to have a first class TB in my area.

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