Crazee Weather in NWA
This morning around 5:30 Mike and I woke up to a tornado warning in our area. The rain was torrential and the swift winds blustered about, tossing stuff everywhere.
We jumped up (well as fast as two older people half asleep could) grab the emergency radio, flashlight (the electricity was off) and dashed down the stairs to the awaiting concerned pack of Masterson pooches.
Freckles, our Australian Shepherd and Allie, Bichon Frise, were no trouble getting to the basement. Max, the 90lbs Golden Retriever puppy, however was a different story. After much persuading with yummy snacks he finally conceded to join the family in safety.
We took cover for nearly 30min, until we received the all clear. Trudged back up the stairs with the brood of hounds and the “emergency” paraphernalia we had gathers.
About the time I found the stove top coffee maker, got it set up and turned on the electricity blinked back on.
Others in our community did not fare as well at least three people were killed in Cincinnati as this line of storms moved into Northwest Arkansas, knocking out power and closing the regional airport. Lots of injuries were reported, as well as widespread damage.
Please keep our friends and neighbors in your prayers and let’s keep our ears open as to how we can come alongside those families affected by this event.
2 comments:
Wow, I'm impressed. I'd never have guessed you were a EOD diver.
I'm Glad the storm missed you folks.
LOL.. that was a few life times ago. I worked in the Navy Mammal Program.
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