The next level of support

Donation are overwhelming facilities, so great has been the outpouring of support from people within and out of Whitman County for the victims of last week’s firestorm. So many items have been given, so many tangible blessings, cups are overflowing.

Now that the adrenaline has worn off and the imminent physical danger is past, the community, friends and family, need to be as willing to support the emotional and mental needs of those who have been traumatized.

It’s not surprising, nor is it anything to be ashamed of or scorn at. Were an individual traumatized in a car accident and their leg or...