Editors, Vineyard Gazette:

A recent heavy rainstorm, complete with thunder and lightning, set off an alarm on our property. We needed help to deal with this situation and called the communications center. Within minutes of our call, fire chief Manny Estrella was at our house, and happily all was satisfactorily and speedily resolved.

This is to thank Manny and all the local heroes whose dedication and resilience keep our keep our unique Vineyard community safe.

Jane Coakley

West Tisbury