After a fire torched their Nebraska ranch, anonymous donors came to their rescue
Summary
A huge wildfire in Nebraska burned 11,000 acres of ranch land belonging to Mike and Kayla Wintz, leaving their cattle without grass to eat. Many people, mostly anonymous donors, have sent hay and support to help Mike, Kayla, and other affected ranchers recover.Key Facts
- The Morrill Fire in Nebraska was the largest wildfire in the state's history, burning about 1,000 square miles.
- Mike and Kayla Wintz lost all 11,000 acres of grassland they lease for their cattle.
- Without grass, the ranchers’ cattle could not graze, threatening their jobs and way of life.
- Many people, including farmers, ranchers, and truck drivers from across the country, donated hay and supplies.
- Donations of hay so far are worth around $80,000, mostly from anonymous people.
- A volunteer named Sara Cover helps match donors with ranchers in need.
- Generosity came without requests for help; many ranchers asked that aid be sent first to others around them.
- Even school children have supported the hay deliveries, showing widespread community care.
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