Strong Winds Destroy Barn at Gunter Family Farm, Killing Animals

Devastating Storm Hits Gunter

• 🌪️ Strong winds tore through Gunter on Friday evening, causing significant damage.
• 🏠 A barn at Preston Trail Farms, built by the Cody Kimbrell family decades ago, was reduced to splinters in minutes.

Impact on Preston Trail Farms

• 🎃 The farm, known for its pumpkin patch, was preparing to welcome visitors when the storm hit.
• 💔 Several animals were killed when the barn collapsed, and efforts were underway to corral surviving animals to safety.
• 🛠️ Cleanup has begun across town, with the farm's shop remaining operational.

Community Response and Resilience

• 🐎 Straight-line winds of 70 to 80 miles per hour uprooted trees and caused widespread damage, including trapped horses.
• 🚒 Fire and extrication crews worked to free trapped animals, ensuring their safety.
• 💡 Despite the destruction, the mayor emphasized the community's resilience and the ongoing work to restore what binds the town together.
• 🍁 The farm's pumpkin patch opening date remains unchanged, signaling a commitment to normalcy and community spirit.