A devastating mudslide struck near Oso, Washington and at least 39 lives were lost. It has been a treacherous time for the community and a difficult two weeks covering the tragedy.
Author: David Ryder
“If I close my eyes for more than five seconds, I see that wall of mud.” -Robin Youngblood
I’m proud today to finally share an in-depth feature for The Weather Channel called Into the Mud: Untold Stories of the Snohomish County Mudslide. You can hear from Kris Langton, who helped rescue four people, or Robin Youngblood, who faced certain death yet survived. I contributed two videos and some photos, and Stacey Solie wrote a very moving piece.
The online layout is engaging and you can see it here:http://stories.weather.com/mudslide
#530slide #osostrong
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Stunning views in Darrington of White Horse Mountain
Just got back from the #530slide site. Weather cooperating for crews
On the road again
Firefighters and FEMA workers search for mudslide victims. #530slide
An overview of the #530slide mudslide. Scene was rather shocking
Volunteers check in at Darrington Fire Station to help with search efforts #530slide
Duly noted. Waiting for the Governor in Darrington, WA.
Video: Prison Pet Partnership | Recent work for The Wall Street Journal
My work, Published work, Video
Some recent video work of mine was recently published in The Wall Street Journal, telling the story of the Prison Pet Partnership at the Washington Corrections Center for Women in Gig Harbor, Washington. The program allows inmates to learn job and life skills while providing kennel and grooming services to clients from the surrounding community. In addition, unruly dogs from other programs (who might otherwise be put to sleep) are able to have a second chance by entering the prison’s training program.
There is also a great article by Joel Millman and photos by Stuart Isett. Robert Libetti edited the video very well, as usual. See the package here online, or watch the video embedded below.
Photos: Starbucks shareholders meeting | Recent work for Reuters
My work, photojournalism, Published work, Seattle, Still photography
Attendees are pictured inside McCaw Hall during the company’s annual shareholders meeting in Seattle, Washington March 19, 2014. REUTERS/David Ryder (UNITED STATES)
Howard Schultz (L), CEO of Starbucks, is pictured on stage with surprise guest Oprah Winfrey (R) during the company’s annual shareholders meeting in Seattle, Washington March 19, 2014. The two announced the new Teavana Oprah Chai Tea product. REUTERS/David Ryder (UNITED STATES)
Attendees cheer inside McCaw Hall during the company’s annual shareholders meeting in Seattle, Washington March 19, 2014. REUTERS/David Ryder (UNITED STATES)
Starbucks employees hand out gift bags to attendees of the company’s annual shareholders meeting in Seattle, Washington March 19, 2014. REUTERS/David Ryder (UNITED STATES)
Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks, speaks during the company’s annual shareholders meeting in Seattle, Washington March 19, 2014. REUTERS/David Ryder (UNITED STATES)
Members of the Playing for Change band, including Elliott Small (C), known as “Grandpa Elliott,” perform during the company’s annual shareholders meeting in Seattle, Washington March 19, 2014. REUTERS/David Ryder (UNITED STATES)
Debbie Harlow takes pictures with her phone, which bears a Starbucks logo, during the company’s annual shareholders meeting in Seattle, Washington March 19, 2014. REUTERS/David Ryder (UNITED STATES)
Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks, speaks during the company’s annual shareholders meeting in Seattle, Washington March 19, 2014. REUTERS/David Ryder (UNITED STATES)
Howard Schultz (L), CEO of Starbucks, is pictured on stage with surprise guest Oprah Winfrey (R) during the company’s annual shareholders meeting in Seattle, Washington March 19, 2014. The two announced the new Teavana Oprah Chai Tea product. REUTERS/David Ryder (UNITED STATES)
Sandy Roberts pours samples of Starbucks Reserve Sun Dried Ethiopia Yirgacheffe coffee during the company’s annual shareholders meeting in Seattle, Washington March 19, 2014. REUTERS/David Ryder (UNITED STATES)
Adam Brotman, Chief Digital Officer of Starbucks, is pictured on stage during the company’s annual shareholders meeting in Seattle, Washington March 19, 2014. REUTERS/David Ryder (UNITED STATES)