Travel Chat with Ashley & Emily Hurricane Helene: The Aftermath Part 1
In this episode of Travel Chat, Ashley and Emily delve into the heartbreaking aftermath of Hurricane Helene, focusing on its devastating effects in Ashley’s hometown of Asheville. They discuss the profound impact of the storm on the community, including Ashley’s personal experience of returning home to find her childhood town transformed and her grandmother’s home lost.
Ashley shares her journey back from Mexico, detailing the emotional challenges she faced while trying to help her community. She recounts the difficult decision to evacuate her grandmother to ensure her safety amidst the chaos.
Join us next week for part two, where we’ll follow Ashley and her grandmother on their journey to Texas for the BILT event, as they prepare for the upcoming TravelMore conference.
Tune in for a heartfelt discussion and insights on resilience and hope in the face of disaster.
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