Poll Recap: Flooding and Horse Facilities
Jennifer Whittle
March 17, 2015
Of the 585 respondents, 190 (32%) said they use preventive measures to prevent their barns from flooding.
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Of the 585 respondents, 190 (32%) said they use preventive measures to prevent their barns from flooding.
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