Rebuilding efforts start in Nappanee

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Updated: 11:41 PM Oct 22, 2007 Rebuilding efforts start in Nappanee Just four days after a tornado hits, rebuilding efforts are underway. Dozens of people within the Amish community spent the day helping some victims most in need. Posted: 7:56 PM Oct 22, 2007 Reporter: Sarah Platt Email Address: sarah.platt@wndu.com

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With a lot of the major clean up wrapping up, many tornado victims are focusing their attention on the rebuilding process. Dozens of volunteers were working hard in Nappanee's Amish community. Kevin Yoder is one of many who lost his home. He also lost his business, barn, and many of his animals in the tornado. Monday morning, about 75 people showed up to start the rebuilding process. That same spirit was found on Dave Mast's farm, where contractors and volunteers came out to help. “There were no walls up this morning, as you can see, got quite a few up already,” says Pete Yoder, a local contractor and volunteer. “It doesn't surprise me. I grew up here, that's how it is. People are willing to do something when someone comes by and starts pitching in,” adds Yoder.

Meantime, Kevin Yoder says he is truly touched by all of the people that showed up to help. “Probably one of the most humbling experiences in my life, makes you cry, can't thank enough people,” says Yoder. Aside from his buildings, Yoder also lost seven horses, some cattle, and chickens.

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