A decade after twister, Bridge Creek marks survival

 
BY CARLA HINTON | Modified: May 4, 2009 at 10:32 am | Published: May 4, 2009   


BRIDGE CREEK — School Superintendent Terry Brown opened the doors of Bridge Creek Schools for disaster relief efforts after a tornado barreled through Bridge Creek on May 3, 1999. He probably ran into Kelley McClain, a nurse’s aide immersed in medical efforts at a temporary triage set up in a school gym.

photo - Surrounded by visitors and members of Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Jim Brunk (center) leads the congregation in prayer during "Surthrivor Service" at Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Bridge Creek Oklahoma on May 3, 2009. Photo by John Clanton
Surrounded by visitors and members of Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Jim Brunk (center) leads the congregation in prayer during "Surthrivor Service" at Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Bridge Creek Oklahoma on May 3, 2009. Photo by John Clanton

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Rusty Gilbert was in the area, as well, driving down Sara Road searching for signs in what once was a bustling neighborhood.

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