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June 22, 2000 9:30 AM, EDT

Alabama officials are seeking the help of trucking to get hay to drought-stricken farmers in the southeastern part of the state.

The 10-month-old dry spell has forced Gov. Don Siegelman to declare a state of emergency in 19 southern counties.

Siegelman along with Agriculture and Industries Commissioner Charles Bishop called upon neighboring farmers to donate hay. They also sent out a call to truckers to help get the hay to parched Alabama ranchers.

“As governor, I am confident that individuals in this state and surrounding states will rise to the occasion to extend a helping hand to those people who are being so adversely affected by this drought,” said Siegelman.

For the full story, see the June 19 print edition of Transport Topics. .