San Diego Sundown Tuesday

These are 5:30 p.m. pictures, looking west, north and northeast. While fires still burn in San Diego, there seems to be a clear feeling of hope in the smoky air.

A few evacuated areas have been reopened. Because of lighter winds and the expertise of firefighters, fires have not advanced much today. A wide array of help is on display, from a legion of volunteers, and from the local, state and federal governments.

It was especially good to hear from both FEMA and the state insurance commissioner that serious efforts to help people recover have already begun.

Forecasters say the weather will continue to moderate tomorrow. It will be a better day.