A Deer Park, Texas police officer risked his life to save his police dog from a tornado.Officer Joel Nitchman and his dog Roni had just finished training when the wind began to pick up. Joel realized a tornado was headed their way and knew he had to act quickly to save his four-legged friend.
The whole incident was caught on a surveillance camera and it’s scary!The wind and rain were so strong that the police car was barely visible. Roni naturally didn’t want to get out of the car at first. But Joel still managed to convince him to brave the tornado.Together, they fought through the huge gusts of wind to reach the safety of a nearby building and take refuge there.
Joel explained that Roni had protected him from danger in the past, so he felt it was now his turn. “I love this dog,” he said. “We are inseparable every day of the week. He’s part of our family.”
The officer said he would do it again whenever necessary.
This video reminds us of the very strong bond that should exist between dogs and their human companions. Just as they are there for us, we should be there for them too! Watch brave Joel and Roni as they brave the tornado below and feel free to share this article as well: