The flood of June 2008 will be slow to fade in the memories of anyone involved in it. People of all walks of life came together and helped those in need. While the government agencies were out in full force, ordinary citizens rose to help their neighbors and strangers alike. During the crisis the Indiana Conservation Officers (ICO) performed at heroic levels in conditions that would chill the blood of any sane person. Tirelessly the crews rescued stranded families (and wildlife) from the dark, cold flood waters, just to repeat it moments later. Their efforts didn’t stop at sunset. With airboats and searchlights they continued on. But, despite the best equipment and training, things happen that are beyond mans’ control.
Behind The Badge: Rescuing The Rescuers
Behind The Badge: Rescuing The Rescuers
Behind The Badge: Rescuing The Rescuers
The flood of June 2008 will be slow to fade in the memories of anyone involved in it. People of all walks of life came together and helped those in need. While the government agencies were out in full force, ordinary citizens rose to help their neighbors and strangers alike. During the crisis the Indiana Conservation Officers (ICO) performed at heroic levels in conditions that would chill the blood of any sane person. Tirelessly the crews rescued stranded families (and wildlife) from the dark, cold flood waters, just to repeat it moments later. Their efforts didn’t stop at sunset. With airboats and searchlights they continued on. But, despite the best equipment and training, things happen that are beyond mans’ control.