Don Turner Legal Team July 2019

ODIN LIVES UP TO HIS LEGENDARY NAME THE GUARDIAN WHO WOULD NOT LEAVE HIS WATCH

Amid the devastation of the wildfires that tore through California in the fall

The family made it to safety with Tessa in tow, relieved to be together but heartbroken that Odin and the goats weren’t with them. After several agonizing days, it was finally safe enough for them to return home and survey the destruction. What did the Hendels find? Ashes, rubble, their barn and home burned to the ground — and Odin. There he was, still guarding his eight goats and some small deer that had sought shelter with the brave canine. Weakened, burned, and limping, but nevertheless steadfast, Odin had never left his goats, even as the fire raged around them. Odin wagged his tail as he saw his family, happy to see they were also safe. The Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue and the Goatlandia Animal Sanctuary provided temporary shelter for the goats and pups while the Hendels rebuilt their barn. Odin received all the care he needed, along with a lot of love and treats. Today, Odin and his goats are back with their family, rebuilding their lives after this devastating wildfire. But the Hendels, and anyone who’s heard the story, won’t soon forget the bravery of Odin, the amazing pup.

of 2017, a few heroic tales rose up to give people

hope. One such tale was of Odin, a loyal Great Pyrenees guard dog. Along with his sister, Tessa, and eight rescue goats, Odin is part of the Hendel family.

It was mid-October when the Hendels were awoken by the smell of smoke, a fierce orange sky, and sounds of destruction — urgent warnings from Mother Nature. Gathering everyone as quickly as they could, the Hendels got their human family members and Tessa in the car, but Odin, seated proudly next to the eight goats, refused to get in. Try as they might, the Hendels could not get him to come with them, and there wasn’t enough room in the car for the eight goats. With the firestorm quickly approaching and the risk of losing even more family members increasing with each passing minute, the Hendels made the heart-wrenching decision to leave Odin and the goats behind.

BECOME A BBQ MASTER

TIPS FOR STAYING SAFE THIS GRILLING SEASON

Nothing says summer quite like a barbecue, and July is the peak month for grilling! But before you fire up the charcoal and start inviting the whole neighborhood over, review these grill safety tips. Keep it clean. The urge to leave your mess until later is always strong when you have filled yourself with scrumptious grilled treats, but keeping your grill clean is necessary for both safety and taste. After your meal, wipe up any grease or gunk left by your food while the bars of the grill are still warm. After the grill has completely cooled, remove the bars and scrub the additional parts. Every few weeks, deep-clean the grill to ensure that caked-on food and oils don’t damage it or seep into your food. After all, no one wants to taste last week’s burgers on their salmon. Give it space, but not too much. Using your grill is a delicate dance of using your space correctly. Keep your grill outside of your home and at least 10 feet away from your home or other structures, such as deck railings. Monitor how much food is placed on the grill too. You need to

give your food ample space so the grease and drippings can fall at a safe rate.

Lastly, don’t ever leave a grill unattended, even if you are only heating the bars for cleaning. Keep your eye on the grill at all times and watch your surroundings. Be prepared. Accidents happen to grill masters and novices alike, but when you’re prepared for possible flare-ups and fires, you can mitigate the disaster from causing extra damage. Have a fire extinguisher ready in the event of a fire, and keep a blanket or towel handy for grease fires. Always turn off the knobs on the grill before you start eating, and check your propane tank before turning the grill on. Your tank should be rust-free and in good condition to limit any possible leaks or malfunctions. If you believe you are the victim of negligence after a barbecue this summer, Don Turner Legal Team can help. Call 770-594-1777 for a free consultation or visit DonTurnerLegalTeam.com.

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