Debbie's Story

Deborah Hughes and her husband Steve share the harrowing story of the night floodwaters swept through their home in Minneapolis, NC, off Highway 19E. What started as a familiar rise in the creek turned into a terrifying disaster as water poured through their back door, forcing them to wade to safety through knee-deep water. From a neighbor’s house, they watched helplessly as rocks, trees, and debris surged past and their own home was overtaken by the flood. The devastation left their house structurally damaged and filled with mold and rot within days. This powerful first-hand account captures the fear, shock, and heartache of surviving a natural disaster—and the resilience of a couple determined to rebuild. 🌧️💔🏠