From excerpts on DailyHerald.com:
The Illinois Urban Search and Rescue Team sprang into action after Hurricane Florence hit North Carolina on September 14th. A federal disaster was declared that same day, and the storm lingered for days, leaving hundreds of thousands without power and many towns submerged. Teams from across the U.S. were dispatched to assist.
Illinois Task Force 1, made up of firefighters from a statewide disaster response network, included ten suburban firefighters from communities like Wauconda, Wheeling, and Naperville. Along with colleagues from Chicago and even Iowa, they formed a convoy on September 14th, loaded with essential gear like boats and generators, setting off from Wheeling's MABAS headquarters. By the following afternoon, they were stationed at an emergency operations center in Raleigh before heading to Whiteville.
Upon arrival in Whiteville on September 16th, they found themselves reassigned to Riegelwood, a riverside community hit hard by flooding. The local fire station there was bustling with displaced families and emergency responders alike. As soon as they settled in, the Illinois team began their critical mission—rescuing stranded residents and bringing them to safety via the National Guard.
These firefighters worked tirelessly, often putting in 15-hour days, navigating through treacherous waters using both military trucks equipped with inflatable boats and the boats themselves. Some homes remained above water but inaccessible due to surrounding floods, while others were entirely submerged. Local firefighters joined them, offering invaluable knowledge of the terrain and its perils, from snakes to alligators.
Their efforts extended beyond rescues; they distributed vital supplies like food and water, checked on vulnerable individuals, and even assisted with makeshift roof repairs using tarps. One unforgettable moment came when they saved an elderly couple trapped in a submerged vehicle. With quick thinking, they managed to extract the woman from the sinking car.
By September 26th, the Illinois team had accomplished their mission and returned home, leaving behind stories of courage and resilience. Their dedication ensured countless lives were saved during one of North Carolina's most devastating storms in recent history.
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