I’m sure that’s totally true. What I didn’t understand until yesterday is that there are at least three jurisdictions between the diocese, city and historical preservation. That kind of thing usually ends up in an “I thought that was your job” kind of situation. I doubt anyone at those levels deserves praise right now.
I was just reading that statement from the fire chief (I think) saying they were so close to losing it completely. When I was watching it yesterday it certainly seemed to be heading that way, but apparently the fire crew went into the building to wet the cathedral and towers. Truly heroic. The fact that 75% or more of the cathedral is intact, including sconces, is just incredible.
