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Picking up the pieces

Posted 4/25/23

O ver the weekend, parts of Sullivan County saw massive thunderstorms — with the presence of tornadoes touching down in some area - with Callicoon Center and Roscoe receiving some of the worst …

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Picking up the pieces

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Over the weekend, parts of Sullivan County saw massive thunderstorms — with the presence of tornadoes touching down in some area - with Callicoon Center and Roscoe receiving some of the worst of it.

The destruction to property was quite extensive. Car windows smashed, roof shingles (and some entire roofs) blown off their rightful spots, and many other smaller items tossed around as if they were weightless. In some places, it seemed as though the only things left were piles of wood on the ground in front of their homes and on their properties just waiting to be removed.

Seeing wires laying on the ground with scorch marks on the grass beneath them is not an inviting scene - and is one of the biggest signs of possible danger. The uprooted trees showing their heftiness on top of a vehicle is, in all honesty, quite a disturbing image as well. Even the chill in the air the day after was enough to leave a sense of being overwhelmed by all that had happened in the past 24 hours.

Thankfully, all of these reasons to turn away did not stifle the hearts of the men and women who assisted in the response to this weekend’s destructive weather. Sullivan County is not a place well known for its tornadoes, but we certainly had a response to the unforeseen events.

To all those who responded to the aftermath of this storm in any way, we extend our gratitude.

Once again, our area is highlighted not by the various environmental emergencies that develop in our county, but by the people who answer the call to fix the problems that arise.

Many hands make light work, so while there is still a great amount that needs to be done, at least we know here in the county that there are a number of individuals and organizations that are able to lend a hand in the clean-up efforts.

Through twisters and terrible fires, and all other natural emergencies, Sullivan County’s bravest and most dedicated are there through thick and thin to ensure the people are safe and the path to picking up the pieces is underway.

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