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Ddr
Member
08-19-2001
| Saturday, September 03, 2005 - 9:25 pm
I keep thinking of things I forgot. We've been hearing that they will be moving the big shelter out of Lafayette cause they need more room for medical facilities to care for the sick. Baton Rouge is presently where the medical compound is and they are running out of space.
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Ladytex
Member
09-27-2001
| Saturday, September 03, 2005 - 9:33 pm
Hopefully the USNS Comfort will get there soon to help relieve the medical facility problems ...
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Coco
Member
07-13-2000
| Saturday, September 03, 2005 - 9:37 pm
Ddr, thank you for sharing your feelings in all that you've encountered these last few days. I agree with you, we are not a 3rd world country and yet our citizens were definitely treated as such. Bless their hearts for all they had to endure, for all they are currently enduring and for all they will endure for quite some time. (((Ddr)))
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Colordeagua
Member
10-25-2003
| Saturday, September 03, 2005 - 9:50 pm
IIRC, the Comfort is suppose to dock in Galveston (?) tomorrow, Sunday. During a newscast this evening, saw a brief interview of Charmaine Neville. She had a horror story to tell. That will be with her for a long, long time.
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Saturday, September 03, 2005 - 10:57 pm
{{{Ddr}}} Glad you are getting some rest and getting to see your son. Rest up and recover and recharge. That is essential to keep on doing what you are doing.
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Reader234
Member
08-13-2000
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 5:45 am
Color is that Arthel Neville's cousin? Arthelle Nevelle was a Fox correspondent, then she went onto host "Good Day Live" she was interviewed, and was telling stories of her cousins that she just found, one cousin was living on the i 10, it was bad, so she swam to the Superdome, where it was worse. (Arthel's father was part of the Neville Brother's singing family)
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 6:05 am
Ddr, no words can express my sorrow at what you are dealing with and the admiration in which I hold you. Thank you so much for all you are doing! We heard from our last unaccounted for friends!!! They lived across the lake in Beau Chen, but evacauted to Zachary where their daughter lives. They have trees down and some roof damage, but are ok. Their son had alot of damage to his house, but again, they are ok too!
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Reader234
Member
08-13-2000
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 7:09 am
In the Chicago Tribune they report that the USS Bataan is in the gulf? They rode out the storm and followed it in knowing they could make 100,000 gallons of water, they have doctors, helicopters, hospital beds,food and water... their operating rooms are empty, beds for 600 empty... but they have to wait for orders. I'm still crying about the pets that are left behind. One nurse had to care for her patient (a relative) with a liver transplant needing medicines, they couldnt take their dog, the hospitals anesthiologist is caring for many dogs and some cats on the roof of the hospital... he bagan to euthenize the pets because there is no food or water for them either. He had to stop because he couldnt bear it... I know people have to be rescued first, and I know that's the right thing, but I also know pets play a vital role in the human spirit also. I dont know if I can post in N&V, and I do not want to add opinions or blame, but I do not want to offend anyone either...
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Reader234
Member
08-13-2000
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 7:13 am
New Orleans pets evacuated to Texas as part of interagency agreement between Houston SPCA and New Orleans SPCA Sunday, 28 August 2005, 6:30 pm EST From Lou Guyton, Director HSUS Southwest Regional Office & Spay Neuter Clinic and Animal Wellness Center "I have just been asked to stage an animal transfer in the DFW area with approximately 145 animals from the New Orleans shelter. New Orleans arrived in Houston this morning and they are currently sorting through the animals to establish what can be brought further inland and what must go back to New Orleans or be held in Houston. It looks as if the Louisiana folks will be bringing them here on Tuesday morning. Their entire shelter was evacuated and while a few animals went to Baton Rouge, the abundance of them (300) came to Texas as the New Orleans SPCA and the Houston SPCA have interagency agreements during hurricane events." Petfinder link Yet again, Houston, Texas steps up, and does something!!
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Colordeagua
Member
10-25-2003
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 7:41 am
Reader, I just thought she was a sister to Aaron -- fit into the family that way. But looking at a web site about her, I don't know. Web site says, quote:Born into the third generation of the New Orleans legendary musical family, Charmaine has nonetheless worked hard to get where she is and make her music known as her own. The work has paid off - as one reviewer recently wrote, "Charmaine Neville is beginning to rival her father and uncles in terms of popularity in New Orleans." She started out backing up the Neville Brothers and went on to perform with the survivors, a band whose alumni list includes Harry Connick Jr. and Bobby McFerrin.
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 8:08 am
Is anyone else watching Meet the Press? I just saw the President of some parish in LA speak. And I can't stop crying.
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 8:11 am
The trapped mother of the gentleman who managed the emergency preparedness building from which the broadcast was being made, called her son on Tuesday and asked, "Is someone coming?" Her son answered, "Yes, someone is coming." She called Wednesday and asked, "Is someone coming?" He answered, "Yes, someone is coming." On Thursday she called and asked, "Is someone coming?" He answered, "Yes, mom, someone is coming." On Friday she drowned.
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 8:13 am
He's from Jefferson Parrish. I have a friend from there. It's so horrible. Did you hear him say that FEMA cut communication lines? I don't get that!
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 8:15 am
I did, Twiggy. I didn't understand that, either. This is crazy!
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Tishala
Member
08-01-2000
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 8:39 am
OMG that man on Meet the Press broke my heart.
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Reader234
Member
08-13-2000
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 9:08 am
I googled the USS Bataan, and went to their website, which is stating they are assisting. Gulf of Mexico (Sep. 1, 2005) - U.S. Navy medical personnel land aboard the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) as the ship conducts disaster relief assistance to the survivors of Hurricane Katrina. Bataan is participating in humanitarian assistance operations led by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in conjunction with the Department of Defense. Bataan has been tasked to be the Maritime Disaster Relief Coordinator for the Navy's role in the relief efforts. USS Bataan Link
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Moondance
Member
07-30-2000
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 10:20 am
Just got this... Dear Members and Friends, We now have a shipping address! Please send your donations of supplies to: Best Friends Hurricane Relief c/o Leigh Breland 1635 Misty Lane Terry, MS 39170 Hurricane-related inquiries, including offers to donate supplies or funds or to volunteer, may be directed to: 435.644.2001 x398 or hurricane@bestfriends.org. We’ve reprinted the list of most needed supplies below. People needs: Toilet paper Paper towels Vegetarian people food that won’t spoil or need refrigeration Portable toilets and sanitizer Insect repellent Sun showers Sunscreen First aid kits for relief workers Hand sanitizer Pet needs Pet Food Animal bedding Crates (all sizes) Collars/leads Veterinary supplies Puppy and kitten formula Canopy tents for the animals Large cat tower/cage (for kittens) Portable water bowls for animals Microchip scanners General needs RVs, SUV’s & Trucks (4x4), ATV’s (loaned or donated) Tarps Two way radios Generators Rope Duct tape Cable ties Fencing, both temporary and permanent Heavy work gloves and welding gloves Carpentry supplies Gas cans Gas for vehicles Flashlights Batteries (AA, AAA, C & D) Water Water tanks Clorox bleach Warehouse facilities near Tylertown, MS Garbage cans Garbage bags Tents Camping Gear Towels Blankets Collapsible wire cages (extra large size) Extension cords (heavy duty outdoor approved - 100 foot long) Grooming clippers (electric) Zip Lock bags (extra large size) Important note: Please contact us at the number above before you buy large quantities of any of these items. Again, thank you so very much for all offers of help. We’ll keep you updated on developments. Best Friends Animal Society 5001 Angel Canyon Road Kanab, UT 84741 aileenw@bestfriends.org www.bestfriends.org (435)644-3965 ext. 41
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 10:23 am
Very helpful, Moonie. Thank you!
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Moondance
Member
07-30-2000
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 10:27 am
This is so horrible. My brother is safe but lost his house so he is the lucky one. His house was in NO. I want to thank Ddr & everyone again. I am waiting on my training appointment from the red cross. I don't know what else to do. I will be going to Best Friends later and working with them & the animals. I think all of this is just hitting me. It was like I had to wait to make sure my brother was all right. I am also waiting to hear from my friend from Habitat for Humanity so maybe I will be able to help with that too. I will post the information on that.
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Moondance
Member
07-30-2000
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 10:32 am
Thanks Herkle... they are great organization
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 10:38 am
Well, I am so sorry to hear about your brother's home, Moonie, but I am relieved for you (and everyone else here whose loved ones are affected; I pray no one here lost anyone) that he is okay. I have such strong hope that these people's lives will eventually become richer in the long run--by understanding how many people really do care and are willing to lend a hand--and bring them back to normalcy, with a home to call their own, a place to work, and full agency help in between. Good for you, Moonie. I wish I were able to make contact and not just send things/money, but I do realize that both are needed.
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Julieboo
Member
02-05-2002
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 11:45 am
It seems that there are several people who are going to take a 2 week training course from the Red Cross and then they will go to New Orleans (or wherever) to help. Why doesn't the Red Cross do the training to the evacuees?
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 12:02 pm
Julie, not sure they are up to it at this point. Oh, no. The mayor of New Orleans says there have been a couple of suicides among his policemen and firemen due to the stress of the situation.
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 12:41 pm
George McGovern is at the Astrodome in Houston, visiting with them, to let them talk and help console them.
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Reader234
Member
08-13-2000
| Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 1:35 pm
Moondance, have you looked at the petfinder site? I thought of you as I was reading about the horses... so very sad... quote: You may be able to get information regarding fostering horses from the LSU Agriculture Center. Rumor has it that over 700 horses were brought in. end quote and she was sent here: equestrian fed. link from this forum: Petfinder.org Link Also HP, I saw Al Gore there, a Fox reporter said he was unwilling to talk on camera, or bring attention to himself... I think a lot of people that have the ability are trying, and hopefully they then can use their influence... Macy Grey flew to Houston, and talked briefly to Fox, saying, she didnt want to talk, but she said she had to come for herself, wanted to know what she could do besides give money, after visiting in the Astrodome, she said those children need toys, stuffed animals, but when I asked them what they needed, they said "Underwear"... it was sad.
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