Helene's Path: 500 Miles of Destruction | E133

The CRUX: True Survival Stories

The Crux True Survival Stories, hosted by Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen, delves into the harrowing accounts of survival and devastation brought by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. The episode explores the widespread impact of these storms, sharing reports of record-breaking rainfall, unprecedented tornado outbreaks, and intense flooding. Listeners hear tales of heroism from ordinary people who stepped up in times of crisis and recount the emotional and physical toll on affected communities. The episode also highlights the long-term consequences of these natural disasters, urging preparedness and support for those who have lost homes and loved ones.
00:00 Introduction and Hosts
00:36 Hurricane Milton's Recent Impact
02:12 Hurricane Helene: The Original Story
04:30 The Devastation of Hurricane Helene
05:23 Heart-Wrenching Tales of Survival
07:32 Community Resilience and Heroic Acts
09:14 A Wedding Amidst the Chaos
14:21 Another Tale of Survival: Angelina's Story
15:25 Flooded Car Panic
16:04 Angelina's Miraculous Rescue
17:44 Lifeguard and Mountain Rescues
18:36 Hurricane Helene's Impact on North Carolina
19:18 The Zara Family's Harrowing Experience
20:44 The Struggle to Rebuild Without Insurance
22:37 Tragic Stories of Kim and Rod Ashby
23:54 Stephen Cloyd's Desperate Texts
25:48 Reflecting on the True Cost of Disasters
26:27 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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Based on the provided links, here's a formal reference list for the Hurricane Helene and Milton coverage, the last on the list is the link where you can support victims:

News Articles:

1. Yahoo News (2024). "Where did Hurricane Helene make landfall?"
   https://news.yahoo.com/news/where-did-hurricane-helene-landfall-044235283.html

2. BBC News (2024). "Hurricane Helene: Devastating impact across southeastern United States"
   https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1k70rnrp4xo

3. CNN (2024). "How Helene devastated western North Carolina"
   https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/06/us/how-helene-devastated-western-north-carolina/index.html

4. MSN News (2024). "Georgia man shares story of survival in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene"
   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/georgia-man-shares-story-of-survival-in-north-carolina-after-hurricane-helene-increased-my-faith-in-god/ar-AA1rIL8J

5. Yahoo News (2024). "North Carolina family thankful to be alive"
   https://www.yahoo.com/news/north-carolina-family-thankful-alive-231002400.html

6. MSN News (2024). "'I couldn't watch her die': Wake County man jumps into river to rescue woman in Ashe County"
   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/i-couldnt-watch-her-die-wake-county-man-jumps-into-river-to-rescue-woman-in-ashe-county/ar-AA1rwC3s

7. The American Retiree (2024). "Heroic rescue amid Helene's fury: Meteorologist saves Atlanta woman from rising floodwaters"
   https://theamericanretiree.com/heroic-rescue-amid-helenes-fury-meteorologist-saves-atlanta-woman-from-rising-floodwaters/

CNN Coverage:
8. CNN (2024). "Helene recovery Friday"
https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/04/us/helene-recovery-friday/index.html

9. CNN (2024). "Hurricane Helene live updates: Florida, North Carolina, Georgia"
   https://www.cnn.com/weather/live-news/hurricane-helene-florida-north-carolina-georgia-09-30-24

10. CNN (2024). "Georgia flooding rescue van Dillen"
    https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/27/us/georgia-flooding-rescue-van-dillen

Resources for Support:
11. CNN (2024). "How to help Helene storm victims"
https://www.cnn.com/us/how-to-help-helene-storm-victims-iyw

Note: All articles are from 2024 coverage of Hurricane Helene and its aftermath. For the most current information, please consult official sources and emergency management agencies.