The Helene Series | Episode 04 - Bobby Byrd, Pleasant Garden Fire Department

This episode is part of The Helene Series, focused on stories of resilience and recovery following Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina.

Bobby Byrd, a Marion, North Carolina native and dedicated volunteer with the Pleasant Gardens Fire and Rescue Department, played a crucial role in rescuing stranded community members during Hurricane Helene. In this episode, he discusses abandoned homeless camps, the difficulties of reaching those trapped by the storm, and the emotional toll disasters take on both victims and first responders.