Lulu the Pig Is a Hero! She Saved Her Owner From a Heart Attack
Lulu captured the hearts of the Altsmans when their daughter asked them to pet-sit her overweight pot-bellied pig. The pair quickly fell in love with Lulu, and their bond got stronger each day. This relationship was literally life-saving when the wife suffered a heart attack one August afternoon. Jo Ann Altsman was home alone with Lulu and their dog, Bear, when the incident occurred. Her husband was off on a fishing trip, and the pair didn’t have any neighbors nearby. Bear began to bark to try and get someone’s attention, but Lulu knew she had to do something before it was too late. So, she made her way out of the doggie door, which badly scraped her belly as she exited. Lulu had never left the yard, but today was different. To get some attention, she decided to lie down in the middle of the road and play dead until a car stopped to
check on her. After several minutes of lying on the street, several cars passed by but didn’t stop. So, she checked on her owner, then squeezed through the doggie door and lay down on the road again. After 45 minutes, a gentleman on a motorcycle pulled over to check on Lulu. She immediately perked up and began walking toward the house, leaving a trail of blood behind her as she walked. The man followed Lulu and found Altsman unconscious on the ground. He quickly dialed 911 and asked for assistance. When the medics put her owner in the ambulance, Lulu attempted to get in with them. Of course, she couldn’t come, so she began to squeal as she watched the medics take her mom away. Thankfully, Lulu’s wounds were attended to, and Altsman received life-saving open-heart surgery at the Beaver Medical Center.
Because of her loyalty and creative thinking, this pot-bellied pig became a celebrity overnight! She was a guest on “The Oprah Winfrey Show” and the “Late Show With David Letterman.” Everyone fell in love with Lulu and her heroism.
Thank you, Lulu, for being a loyal and brave pet!
RAILROAD CROSSING 101 SAFETY TIPS FOR TRUCK DRIVERS
Truck drivers carrying many hazardous materials must stop before crossing a railroad, even when there isn’t a train approaching. If a driver refuses to stop, they may receive a significant traffic violation. In addition, some big trucks can get stuck on train tracks if they’re not careful. Here are some tips on what to do if you become stuck at a crossing. YOU’RE STUCK ON THE TRAIN TRACKS. WHAT DO YOU DO? • Exit your truck and get away from the tracks. You still want to do this step if a train isn’t approaching. • Look for the blue ENS sign along the crossing. Then, call the emergency number and 911 , and notify them that your vehicle is stuck on the tracks. • Be sure to tell them the DOT crossing number on the ENS sign. This will help emergency responders contact
the train conductor so they can prepare to stop. This step must be performed as soon as possible since trains cannot stop quickly. • If a train is approaching, run in the direction of the train, but at a 45-degree angle away from the tracks. This will reduce your chances of getting hit by debris. Most trains do not travel on regular schedules, so you want to be cautious at all times — even on rarely used tracks. Always stop your truck, turn on your four-way flashers, and look and listen for oncoming trains. Failure to stop at a railroad crossing is a major traffic violation. If you received a violation and need assistance, allow Bigger & Harman to help. We are committed to giving drivers a voice when dealing with traffic tickets.
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