Dear Editor: Coincidence or not? My early days in Nicaragua were often times of experiencing minor earthquakes. The locals always knew to heed the rushed exodus of dogs from towns and villages. Apparently the dogs sensed vibrations long before a small
or larger quake would strike.
Your Sept. 4 story, Felled Norgate Trees Had Root Rot Infection, was a stark reminder of what happened to me here in North Vancouver. My husband worked with logging and construction equipment and knew which trees would need cutting for safety. The lane behind us on Dollarton Highway had several trees, one of which he deemed unsafe. But district "experts" assured us we were safe.
One afternoon while dog-sitting, "Emma" stood absolutely still and stared straight at the trees. I said,
"Emma, if you don't go pee, I am going inside." She rushed into the house and sat, still staring towards the trees. Not more than a few seconds after I followed her inside, there was a huge crash/bang and the dog just stretched out, looked at me and whined.
The tree landed right where I had stood! District workers soon came, cut and removed the tree. Fred is no longer with us but upon clearing some brambles in that area, the "famous" tree stump is once again in plain view.
Jessie Jacklin
North Vancouver
