Hurricane Harvey In Texas
On August 21st of the year 2017, a massive storm named “Hurricane Harvey” struck Dallas, Texas. Because the South western communities of Texas were heavily affected, it has left them in a stance of desperation and lose of hope.
As a result of the thunderous storm, thousands of Texans have had to leave their homes, belongings, friends, and even what one would consider a life to escape the storm’s flooding. Houses, neighborhoods, and even the roads have been submersed in water. Even though just Fifty inches of rain were expected early on, the storm continues to pour out upon the Lone star state and its residents. Sadly, those who have missed the opportunity to flee the growing storm are now forced to reside on top of homes, buildings, and towers, hoping to escape the rising waters. They are in a constant worry of being left in a watery grave and have been deprived of food, water, warmth, and sleep for days now. They are in need of a rescuer. …show more content…
These kindly neighbor-like heroes have been working day and night, using everything from fishing boats to paddle boards to save those in need. One such group of rescuers that goes by the name “The Cajun Navy”, a Louisiana-based volunteer crew that served in Hurricane Katrina, has come to the call again. Also, South Texas’ more northern neighboring communities have added to the rescue effort as well, opening the refugees with open arms. Even our own president has made an effort, as Donald Trump plans to visit the site this week. Boldly President Trump said, “We see neighbor helping neighbor, friend helping friend and stranger helping stranger. We are one American family. We hurt together, we struggle together and believe me, we endure
As a result of the thunderous storm, thousands of Texans have had to leave their homes, belongings, friends, and even what one would consider a life to escape the storm’s flooding. Houses, neighborhoods, and even the roads have been submersed in water. Even though just Fifty inches of rain were expected early on, the storm continues to pour out upon the Lone star state and its residents. Sadly, those who have missed the opportunity to flee the growing storm are now forced to reside on top of homes, buildings, and towers, hoping to escape the rising waters. They are in a constant worry of being left in a watery grave and have been deprived of food, water, warmth, and sleep for days now. They are in need of a rescuer. …show more content…
These kindly neighbor-like heroes have been working day and night, using everything from fishing boats to paddle boards to save those in need. One such group of rescuers that goes by the name “The Cajun Navy”, a Louisiana-based volunteer crew that served in Hurricane Katrina, has come to the call again. Also, South Texas’ more northern neighboring communities have added to the rescue effort as well, opening the refugees with open arms. Even our own president has made an effort, as Donald Trump plans to visit the site this week. Boldly President Trump said, “We see neighbor helping neighbor, friend helping friend and stranger helping stranger. We are one American family. We hurt together, we struggle together and believe me, we endure