Tornadoes are deadly and devastating. It can easily destroy entire towns in a matter of minutes and there’s no denying that anyone in the path of a tornado should seek shelter immediately or get away as fast as possible.
However, in Deer Park, Texas, a police officer named Joel Nitchman courageously faced the tornado by saving his K9 partner named Roni. When the tornado struck, Roni was trapped in the patrol car and could not get out. His life was in danger and Officer Nitchman feared for his K9 partner’s life.
While most people would run away from the incoming tornado, Officer Nitchman did the exact opposite. Instead of taking cover and saving himself from danger, he ran straight into the storm to get Roni out of the patrol car.
Officer Nitchman could not bear the thought of him taking shelter while his partner, Roni, was inside the car totally exposed to the tornado. Even if the tornado didn’t directly hit the car, the various flying debris can hit the car, which can potentially injure or kill Roni.
A nearby CCTV footage captured the moment when Officer Nitchman bravely ran towards his patrol car to save his K9 companion. The strong winds and debris didn’t make it easy for Officer Nitchman and he struggled to get Roni out of the vehicle and then walk back indoors.
Thankfully, Officer Nitchman safely got Roni out of the car and into the safety of a nearby building. Officer Nitchman stated that he loves Roni and considers him a part of his family. There was no way that he would leave him behind even if it meant risking his life.
The video showing Officer Nitchman saving Roni went viral and he was praised for his bravery. His action during that day was truly inspirational. Here’s a video showing Officer Nitchman risking his life to save Roni from an incoming Tornado.
Source: Inside Edition via YouTube