St. Louis Real Estate Blog

As many of you know this past week was rather challenging for those of us that live and work along the I-44 corridor.  I was amazed at the community outreach I witnessed and participated in while filling sandbags in Eureka.  Here is my account of events.

I arrived at the sand pile Thursday morning not knowing what to expect.  I didn't see any request for volunteers on the news or in any other media outlet, but I figured there would be a call to arms for all the great people of Eureka.  Boy was I right.  Lots of sand, shovels, and people.

The first few folks that greeted me is somone I knew would be there.  Laurie and Jan from Long Ford.  Whenever Eureka needs something from its residents you can usually find these 2 involved in one way or another.  After a brief exchange of greetings it was time to get to work. 

The pile of sand was surrounded by community leaders, residents, and buisness leaders alike.  All were busy either holding the bags open, shoveling the sand, tying the bags, or loading the trucks.  I was asked to pull my truck up to the pile and have it loaded with about 80 bags.  I gladly agreed.  

My first load of sand was dropped at a local buisness who had just started preparing for the forecasted crest at the time.  There I met Cathy and I quickly unloaded the bags and headed back for more.  I promised Cathy more help as I was pulling out.