Storm volunteers work tirelessly
While the devastation in the wake of the deadly storms is the source of grief and loss, it also has brought out some of the best in our community.
Our street in Collegedale suffered damage that included the loss of almost all of the tall trees in the neighborhood. With trees felled across the road, driveways and houses, it was impossible to drive in or out for assistance. The enormous cleanup task was overwhelming to most of us on the street and was further compounded by a power outage that eventually lasted more than four days.
Almost immediately after the storm, a number of volunteers swarmed throughout the neighborhood, clearing trees from the roads and driveways. Each of the next four days saw many volunteers who worked tirelessly on behalf of complete strangers.
To all of those whose efforts and sacrifices made our overwhelming situation into something more easily manageable, we in our neighborhood say a heartfelt “Thank You!” Special thanks to Terry Wooten, Todd Davidson, the Guardian Angels, Brainerd Baptist, and to all volunteers who ran chain saws, stacked logs and supplied meals and water. Your efforts demonstrate the absolute best in our society. May God bless you all!