Gallea became ill (non-COVID-19-related) and made the decision to scratch in the best interest
of her race team.
With sadness we wanted to let everyone know that Cindy scratched from the race. She developed severe vertigo and nausea to the point she is unable to stand, let alone drive a sled and manage the care of her 14 best friends. In the 2014 Iditarod, she developed the same issue causing her to scratch from the race. The symptoms in 2014 lasted a number of days.
She is resting at friends in Anchorage and dogs are doing great. She said dogs had an amazing 65 mile run.
Damon will be flying up in the morning to help take care of our gal and dogs. We pray her symptoms subside soon and her spirit mends quickly.
I'll send out an update when we know more information soon.