Downed Barn by farmreporter

Downed Barn

They say a tornado did not hit Eastern Ontario but it was just some strong winds.
But, with the number of barns that were knocked down, roofs torn off, and trees broken; I beg to differ.
This barn held 130 sheep when it fell down. Most sheep escape unscathed. There were 15 sheep that had to be rescued from under the debris (dangerous work) and an estimated 30 sheep killed including the mother of the youngest lambs and the primary ram.
That was one strong wind!
Not our barn in case you were wondering.
I am not a fan of B&W so this would definitely come first. Love the tones and textures, fav!
August 31st, 2018  
I like both photos, but like @ludwigsdiana I prefer this one.
August 31st, 2018  
Incredible, Wendy.
August 31st, 2018  
This really shows the devastation more, but black and white seems more fitting.
August 31st, 2018  
What a calamity Wendy, that must have been one somthing of a wind! Poor sheep, they would get a shock as would the farmer when he heard it collapsing!
August 31st, 2018  
Wow! Looks collapsed like a house of cards! That was some wind!
August 31st, 2018  
Another picture of destruction by Mother Nature.
September 2nd, 2018  
Oh no, what a sight! Great capture, I feel for the sheep and the people. Can't believe it wasn't a tornado.
September 2nd, 2018  
Hi, we're staying in Toronto from 23rd, except when we visit the falls on weds 26 and stay in Welland for two nights to visit old friend not seen for 20 years. Meeting up with Vikki on Friday or Saturday hopefuly. Unfortunately no time to travel east to your area as we leave on the Sunday. I know it is a stupidly short time span to visit a country for just a week, but no holiday leave left!! EMAIL is jackiejak58@gmail.com
September 8th, 2018  
How awful for everyone. Sad to hear that a number of the sheep did not survive.
September 9th, 2018  
@30pics4jackiesdiamond
Oh well - it was just a thought. I definitely cannot go to the Falls as school is back in. And, it does not look good for that Saturday as I am on course that day.
You picked a wonderful part of the country to stop and see - and maybe the leaves will be changing colour by then which will give you lots of photo opportunities.
Have a great time!
September 9th, 2018  
@farmreporter ooh hadn't considered autumn colours!! Think I'll take DSLR after all am in two minds whether to leave it behind as it's so heavy. 2 weeks today and I'll be in the air!!! Next time I visit I'll come to your city!!! And you have invite to Pompey anytime xx
September 9th, 2018  
Good story behind the photograph. Initially I thought you just found a collapsed barn.
September 15th, 2018  
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