A lifelong North Carolina resident shares the inspiring story of how Fox News viewers saved her life after watching an interview about needed supplies in areas devastated by Hurricane Helen. It was given to me.
Misty Cogbill of Black Mountain, North Carolina, joined Kabuto Live to discuss the overwhelming destruction caused by Hurricane Helen and how her story helped those in need.
Ms Cogbill said how grateful she was for the outpouring of support the community had given her and praised the Good Samaritan who heard her testimony.
“When I first came to Fox, we received a lot of support. We received a lot of generators. And this week, we were there without leaving the patient while they were figuring out what to do. “I heard from a hospice nurse who called the church to get the oxygen he needed and didn't think the patient would make it through the next hour,” Cogbill explained. .
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Debris is scattered across the lake from Hurricane Helen, Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024, in Lake Lure, North Carolina. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
Cogbill went on to say that when Fox News viewers reached out, their prayers were answered.
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“And the donated generator…specifically, was able to get there from something that some viewers sent to the church. And within 30 minutes of that patient passing away, we were able to generate electricity.” And it really helps. We just want everyone to know that every little thing helps, even if it's on a personal level,” Cogbill said. .
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Mr. Cogbill also praised Bat Cave Baptist Church's efforts to support the community.
“They are working with great care in searching for missing people in the Chimney Rock and Lake Lure area. And we know there are cracks in the system, and during this time they are making mistakes.” But we really need people to know that this region is strong and that with support, we can get through this,” Cogbill continued.
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At least 224 people lost their lives in six states. North Carolina bears the brunt Of devastation. Hundreds more people remain missing and the death toll is expected to rise as more areas are searched for the first time.
Helen was the second deadliest hurricane to hit the continental United States in 55 years.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
