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Catastrophic flood of 24 claims mobile home life
Associate Editor Fonda Owen recounts losing belongings in the epic Helene flood at Hendersonville First Retirement Park. One resident died as flood waters swept through the mobile home park and a second death in the city is noted. Residents salvage remains days after the storm, aided by outside boat crews. Owen, 65, reflects on rebuilding after widespread damage.
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