Whenever the trees sway vigorously in a dry wind, I desperately worry and scan them for any sign of fire.

Though the neighborhood pictured above was still burning vigorously Wednesday, further northwest the fire had already done horrific damage and left most homes in smoldering ruins.

The New York Times vowed to “vigorously” defend itself.

Times that the company stands by its journalism and intends to vigorously defend against the lawsuit in court.

In a statement this week, the Diocese of Orange said it “vigorously defended” the claim and was prepared to take it to trial but opted instead to settle the case.