WYMT Hazard, KY.
Amelia Lee
February 24th, 2025
Michael Deaton was in her home when it flooded. She said she did not expect the flood waters to be so high and was not able to prepare.
“I think I was in shock, I just didn’t think it would get in the house this time,” Deaton said. “But I was wrong.”
She used her home for work, as a daycare for kids. She lost her job, her home, and her car from the flood.
“My heart is broken for the kids,” Deaton said. “They all call me nanny because that’s what my grandchildren call me.”
Volunteers from throughout the country are working to repair her home this week. Ferrin Cole is with Crisis Response International. He traveled from Asheville, North Carolina to volunteer.
“Hazard actually came to Asheville North Carolina where I live,” Cole said. “After Hurricane Helene, and they brought an incredible amount of help down, so this feels incredibly personal to just love back.”
Cole said just because some people move on, does not mean there is no longer any help.
“You are not forgotten Kentucky,” Cole said. “We are here. There are other agencies here. Look for the helpers. There’s people who love you guys who came up to help.”
Deaton said what is helping her get through this hard time, is neighbors coming to her side and helping her through it.
“Thank you is not a good enough word because I appreciate it,” Deaton said. “So much. Forever.”
Volunteers said they will stay at Deaton’s home until they are finished with their repairs.
https://www.wymt.com/2025/02/24/volunteers-work-muck-out-home/
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