Earlier today, we received this message from Nixle, which if you're not aware is a website where you can sign up to receive public safety messages. It's a great service. Find out more here.

Anyway, here is the first message. The area has been erased to protect the identity of the horses.

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A little later, came the second message. All okay. Good! But...

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It reminded me of something I was told a long time ago, by whom I can't remember, that would've been helpful in keeping all of this from happening had it been heeded by the responsible parties.

Always check your barn door before leaving the house.

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