Horses of the Storm: The Incredible Rescue of Katrina's Horses -- Ky Mortensen

The unknown is a dangerous thing and can be incredibly fearsome One thing was certain, humans were being evacuated and animals were not. So what would happen to the animals?

On August 29, 2005, the United States suffered one of the nations worst natural disasters when Hurricane Katrina slammed into the Gulf Coast. In the midst of the uncertainty and chaos was born the largest equine rescue ever. Horses of the Storm is an inspiring and gripping first-hand account of how the Louisiana State Universitys Equine Rescue Team saved hundreds of horses and other animals in southern Louisiana from the devastation following Hurricane Katrina.

Category:

Pets & Animals

Tags:

• Katrina
• horses
• rescue
• LSU

[ancestralblue]

Folks like you are a perfect example of how humans can and do slip into the roles of angels when the chips are down. That's what we're supposed to be. Thanks for being such a good example! PS-I agree, the horse is a very adaptable and noble creature. There are five different types living here.

[rtfitch]

Great Book, Ky...it brings back bitter sweet memories. We so very much enjoyed working with the professionals from LSU during that time of such an extreme emergency, We will never forget your sacrifice.