Accolades and appreciation have come from everyone for the industry’s quick response to Friday night’s devastating floods in Mingo County. Many residents, statewide talk radio host Hoppy Kerchival, state agencies and relief organizations have collectively cited the coal and coal-related companies for their overwhelming support and indicated that many people would have been stranded for much longer or roads would have remained impassable had it not been for the equipment, labor, materials and money contributed by our member companies. Much of the donated equipment continues to assist in the recovery while the Larry Joe Harless continues to be the central coordinating headquarters for the recovery in the Gilbert area of Mingo County. Thanks to each and every company and their people who responded so quickly and thoroughly.
Also, on Thursday, the Friends of Coal flag was carried by former Mountaineer Football Coach Don Nehlen as he toured the flooded areas and recovery centers with Buck Harless to offer support and thanks to the people in Mingo County.