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To say “thank you” for such a well-executed evacuation of the Valley Cares West River Valley Senior Housing assisted-living facility in Townshend on Aug. 5 does not adequately reflect what transpired that evening.
My 94-year-old mother was one of those residents, and I am her only child. That simple phrase does not cover what needs to be said about that night and following days.
Smoke alarms set in motion a quick-thinking staff to evacuate all 39 residents rapidly. They were met by at least eight fire departments and Rescue Inc. Buses and ambulances quickly moved the residents to Leland and Gray High School, where safety and food were provided.
Valley Cares management made calls to some residents' family members, some of which were able to take their loved ones home.
