The ice storm that
moved across the country really hit Kentucky very hard. More people were
left without power than ever before in Kentucky history. At the height of
the storm over 800.000 Kentuckians were without power and heat. Governor
Beshear activiated every one of the state's 4600 National Guard members.
The death toll has now reached 30. What was also very evident is the deep
down goodness of the people. Everyone tried to help each other. St.
Catharine's did not lose power but suffered great property damage (trees and
shrubs). You have seen the
beauty of the winter wonderland now look at the pictures taken after the
thaw. There is hardly a tree at St. Catharine's that did not
sustain some damage. The very young and most recently planted seem to have
escaped the damage. Once we have finished the cleanup, we will take a very close
look at everything. Many, many trees will have to be taken down completely.
We will soon begin replacing the trees, but this will be a slow and expensive
project. Be sure to
click for a larger view.
