LCC Disaster Response

Last month, Pastor Torkelson's property in South Wisconsin suffered extensive tree damage from strong straight line winds. Over 20 mature trees were damaged or destroyed in the storm. He requested assistance from the SWD and this week 14 LERT volunteers from the NID and SWD spent two days clearing his property with sawyers, draggers and heavy equipment. His property is now cleared and safe once again. He expressed his sincere gratitude to all of the volunteers for all that was done. A cross was cut into one of his stumps as a reminder that Christ is always with us in every situation of life. As Mark Brueggemann stated, “It is our privilege, as LERT volunteers, to help those in need and especially those of the household of faith!"

Today, one of the LERT teams needed to fell 14 topped and damaged trees from the backyard of a homeowner. He backed up to the school that had been hit from the tornado. He hated to lose all his trees, but was grateful his home was not destroyed and everyone was safe. The lift crew had two sites to work at. Each required rigging and careful planning to remove the damaged limbs safely. The families were all very thankful for the professional and caring assistance. Tomorrow LCC LERT teams will complete one more day in Lena and also begin serving in Roscoe.