Nov 10 2008
Snow and wind leave rez residents stranded
It gets cold on the plains where winter weather often comes early, and with a vengeance.
Battling 70 MPH wind gusts and heavy snow, South Dakota’s governor declares a state of emergency.
However, it appears that Michael Rounds excluded reservations hard hit by the storm.
Red Cross fights weather to help people in WanbleePosted: Nov 9, 2008 08:13 PM PSTFor the second time in two days, the Red Cross comes to the rescue of people stranded without power and food on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
This morning, volunteers loaded up food, water, diapers, blankets and other necessities, and took them to Wanblee to help people at a shelter set up at Crazy Horse School. Up to 200 people have stayed at the shelter since Wednesday night.
The Red Cross received the call for help late Friday.
According to Lacreek Electric, it’s expected to take two or three more days to restore power to Wanblee. It could take a week or longer to get electricity back to the outlying areas. The company has uncovered 120 downed poles around Wanblee, but expect to find more as snow is removed.
I’ve been to Pine Ridge and spent some time there. I don’t think there are words to describe it and do justice, you have to go there to understand.In response to the issues regarding the governor’s alleged oversight, Russell Means expresses his concern .The concern is real and extremely valid.
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