When a wildfire ignited on the outskirts of Oklahoma City last Thursday, thick smoke and falling ash drifted toward the Holliday Outt RV Park. While many residents watched the flames from a distance, one local woman, Jamie Fisk, took action that likely saved lives.
Fisk’s warning
Fisk, who works nearby, spent the day watching firefighters battle hotspots from a fire that began the previous day. “It was so smoky. You could see ashes falling,” she recalled. As the fire re‑ignited and smoke thickened, Fisk felt compelled to act. She called 911, fetched cases of water for the firefighters, and then began walking the park’s rows of trailers.
“When I started coming this way, I saw small patches of fire, so I started banging on all the doors, telling them, ‘Fire!’ and honking the horn to get everyone’s attention,” Fisk said. Her persistent knocking and shouting prompted several residents to pack up and leave their units before the blaze could reach the park.
Residents’ gratitude
Park residents described Fisk’s intervention as a lifesaving act. Dale Hibbs, who lives in the park, said, “Our angel. She doesn’t live in the park. She came in and knocked on our door. Otherwise, we’d have had no idea.” Others echoed the sentiment, calling her a “gift from above” and thanking her for the timely warning.
Fisk downplayed the praise, saying she was simply doing what any neighbor would do for family and friends. “I would want somebody to do the same thing for my family and friends. If you can’t tell, trailers burn up really quickly,” she explained.
Park owners and firefighters respond
Co‑owner Rick Garrett expressed gratitude to Fisk and to the Oklahoma Standard fire crew, noting that no residents were injured. “It’s amazing. The Oklahoma Standard is here, and she’s a prime example,” Garrett said.
Firefighters continue to investigate the cause of the fire, which officials have described as suspicious. The blaze forced the temporary evacuation of the park, but thanks to the early warning, the community avoided loss of life and major property damage.
Community impact
The incident highlights the importance of neighborly vigilance in emergency situations, especially in areas where mobile homes and trailers are vulnerable to rapid fire spread. Local officials encourage residents to stay informed of fire alerts, maintain clear evacuation routes, and support one another during crises.
As the Holliday Outt RV Park begins repairs and restores its water supply, the story of Fisk’s quick thinking serves as a reminder that ordinary citizens can play a critical role in protecting their communities.
Original reporting: Oklahoma City News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
