'The whole sky was red around me': Man saved homes from wildfire with his garden hose

NBC News' Ellison Barber spoke to Felipe Carrillo about how he tried to save his and his neighbors' homes in Altadena from the wildfires with just his garden hose. "I did as much as I could," he said as he recalled trying to save as many homes as possible while the sky was red around him.

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[armandomorales]

So courageous did everything he could to save his house and his neighbors five hours while everything was burning God bless you sir .

[anneel]

Why would you ask him if he felt guilty....he went above and beyond the call of duty

[ncasti]

Give this man the Medal of Freedom. A HERO.

[jasminsayper]

Such a pure haerted man, should proud of himself, God bless him and his family 🙏💚🌟

[kellynagorka]

This poor man has survivor syndrome and PTSD combined. My heart is breaking for him. And his neighbors. His love for his neighbors, we could ALL learn from him. ❤❤❤

[amyarnold]

This man is a Hero with all the kindness we should all have for our neighbors and community!! He's an excellent example of a Hero with a heart of Gold!! Bless you sir and bless your family! ❤❤❤

[anandsharma]

Hey MSNBC, "do you feel guilty about that?" at 3:39 was pretty low. Don't do that. That's not your job.

[cynthiavaca]

Oh my! Felipe you are a brave man; this interview brought tears 😢 . The unimaginable, your diligence, Thank God He protected you! Incredible story in such a horrific apocalyptic situation🥺 God's endless Blessings upon you, Felipe 🙌🏻 🫂🙏🏻

[brandinicole]

My heart aches for this poor guy. Imagine the joy of being able to save your home and some of the neighbors' homes mixed with guilt in wishing you could of done more for the other neighbors. 😢 Bless him for all that he was able to do and caring enough to think of others in such a horrific situation. That's a good man right there.

[bogusialorenc]

Such a stupid question...if this gentlemen "feels guilty"...shame of you is a Hero.

[GSGPICS]

Felipe is a great man and so are your neighbors. You gave it your best.

[willowclay]

What a kind family! He gave it his best shot!!

[Nasheee-lckc]

The reporter asking the man, " Did you feel guilty about that?" is disgusting.

[emramirez]

HERO HAS MANY DEFINITIONS AND SIR YOU ARE THE DEFINITION OF ONE!

[carriew]

Wow, what a truly wonderful person. This was so touching. Restoring my faith in humanity.

[Soirse]

Wow this man is amazing . Be proud that you did what you could to save your home and other homes around you . Sending love to everyone there .❤

[BD-fioq]

A good neighbor is priceless. They had decades of caring for each other.

I am blessed to have a block of good neighbors in Richmond Hill, Queens. We are a culturally diverse block. During Covid, we bonded by doing the 7 pm clapping for first responders on our stoops, then waving a hello to each other.

[blueraven]

What a disgusting question to ask if he feels guilty for not being able to do more and save his neighbors places. What is wrong with her? She already knew the answer to that question.

[blessedsly]

Our prayers are with you

Thank you for giving your best to help your neighbours

[casadelsolboutiquebedbreakfast]

Fantastic Guy ! The STRONG MEN that fought for themselves and the people around them ... DEFO SHOULD GET REWARDED !!!