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Ddr
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08-19-2001

Saturday, September 03, 2005 - 9:25 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Ddr a private message Print Post    
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.

Ladytex
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09-27-2001

Saturday, September 03, 2005 - 9:33 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Ladytex a private message Print Post    
Hopefully the USNS Comfort will get there soon to help relieve the medical facility problems ...

Coco
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07-13-2000

Saturday, September 03, 2005 - 9:37 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Coco a private message Print Post    
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)))


Colordeagua
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10-25-2003

Saturday, September 03, 2005 - 9:50 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Colordeagua a private message Print Post    
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.

Juju2bigdog
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10-27-2000

Saturday, September 03, 2005 - 10:57 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Juju2bigdog a private message Print Post    
{{{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.

Reader234
Member

08-13-2000

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 5:45 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Reader234 a private message Print Post    
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)

Texannie
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07-16-2001

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 6:05 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Texannie a private message Print Post    
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!

Reader234
Member

08-13-2000

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 7:09 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Reader234 a private message Print Post    
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...

Reader234
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08-13-2000

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 7:13 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Reader234 a private message Print Post    
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!!

Colordeagua
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10-25-2003

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 7:41 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Colordeagua a private message Print Post    
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.




Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 8:08 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Herckleperckle a private message Print Post    
Is anyone else watching Meet the Press? I just saw the President of some parish in LA speak. And I can't stop crying.

Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 8:11 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Herckleperckle a private message Print Post    
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.

Twiggyish
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08-14-2000

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 8:13 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Twiggyish a private message Print Post    
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!

Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 8:15 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Herckleperckle a private message Print Post    
I did, Twiggy. I didn't understand that, either. This is crazy!

Tishala
Member

08-01-2000

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 8:39 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Tishala a private message Print Post    
OMG that man on Meet the Press broke my heart.

Reader234
Member

08-13-2000

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 9:08 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Reader234 a private message Print Post    
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

Moondance
Member

07-30-2000

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 10:20 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Moondance a private message Print Post    
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

Herckleperckle
Member

11-20-2003

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 10:23 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Herckleperckle a private message Print Post    
Very helpful, Moonie. Thank you!

Moondance
Member

07-30-2000

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 10:27 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Moondance a private message Print Post    
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.

Moondance
Member

07-30-2000

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 10:32 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Moondance a private message Print Post    
Thanks Herkle... they are great organization:-)

Herckleperckle
Member

11-20-2003

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 10:38 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Herckleperckle a private message Print Post    
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.

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 11:45 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
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?

Herckleperckle
Member

11-20-2003

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 12:02 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Herckleperckle a private message Print Post    
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.

Herckleperckle
Member

11-20-2003

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 12:41 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Herckleperckle a private message Print Post    
George McGovern is at the Astrodome in Houston, visiting with them, to let them talk and help console them.

Reader234
Member

08-13-2000

Sunday, September 04, 2005 - 1:35 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Reader234 a private message Print Post    
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.