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Etowah fire chief recalls Helene flood rescues and relief efforts
Chief Huggins recalls first responders wading through chest deep water to rescue homeowners in Riverwind Pleasant Grove and River Road areas. A Blackhawk helicopter aided rescues when ground access failed. They saved a woman needing oxygen and endured 28 days at a church shelter after the station flooded. Crew faced equipment losses and ongoing drying work, yet remained focused on aiding the community.
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