We had quite a storm here yesterday, although we fared better than some other counties. However, that did not keep the wonderful volunteers at West Roane County VFD from being busy.

Before the storm hit us, the National Weather Service called Chief Charlie Redwine and asked him to mobilize the volunteers to be on standby in case of storm emergencies.

Next, Chief Redwine beeped the firefighters and First Responders and called them to report for duty at Station No. 1. About 30 volunteers left their work and families and responded to his call.

They spent much of their Good Friday afternoon and evening there at the fire station, at the ready just in case of trouble.

We should all take a moment to thank and applaud these fine men and women who give so much of their time to help keep the rest of us safe.

Then, go to WestRoane.com and chip in a little. The donate button is at the top right of every page on the WestRoane.com site.

Donations have been slow this year--probably the economy--so every little bit helps. Please consider letting these great folks know how much you appreciate everything they do.

-- OneTahiti