02.22.08
horse owners recovering after tornados
This report from Sophiea:
I just came across the blog of Vivi of Morning Dew Farm. It chronicles the recovery from the horrific Tornados that hit Tennessee earlier this month. I found it in an article on The Horse.com: Tennessee Tornadoes: Horse Owners Recovering - February 19, 2008
The community of Williamson County, Tenn., is still reeling from the trio of tornados that ripped through Tennessee Feb. 5 and 6. The storms destroyed homes, demolished barns, and swept up horses in strong winds, according to resident Vivi Miller.
They were especially hard hit by the storms possibly 3 tornados at once. Vivi’s blog is that of a true horsewoman, a diary of the day to day picking up the pieces. She also gives addresses where people can donate, commenting on how the animal rescue is the bottom of the feeding chain and you have to strongly earmark your donation for animal rescue.
Her blog is almost a manual on what to do, expect and not to expect in a natural disaster. I have one question. How many of us are ready for something like this. Where are our courses for D.A.R.T. (Disaster Animal Response Team)?
I’d like to hear what others have to say on this. Are we ready?
