| On August 21, 2004, George Gatton, Jr., a Mass Care Specialist for the American Red Cross, reported for duty in Florida following the devastation left by Hurricanes Francis and Charley. His duties carried him to Punta Gorda, Bradention, North Port, Venice, Sarasota, Tampa and West Palm Beach. He assisted in providing shelter, food, counseling and other necessities for the thousands in need. George is Chief of the Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad and a life member, firefighter and EMT in the Ridge Volunteer Fire Dept. He returned home on September 11. Congratulations George for a job well done! |
