

3 | Twenty Minutes Left To Live
May 13, 2025
Annelise Cochran, a resilient survivor of both a false missile threat and the devastating Lahaina wildfires, shares her gripping experiences. She recounts the panic during the missile alert while on a whale research vessel and the harrowing hours spent fighting for survival during the wildfires. Annelise emphasizes the strength of community and the bonds formed through shared adversity. Her story serves as a powerful reminder of personal responsibility in a changing world and the need for action against climate change.
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Surviving a False Missile Alert
- Annalise survived a terrifying false missile alert while working on a whale research vessel in Hawaii.
- They prepared to evacuate by moving the boat out to sea, expecting impact in under 20 minutes.
Climate Change and Urgency
- Climate change is driving more frequent and severe disasters like wildfires.
- Large-scale governmental and corporate accountability is urgently needed to protect communities.
Power of Vivid Storytelling
- Annalise's detailed sensory storytelling vividly conveys the horror and reality of the disasters she survived.
- Witnessing destruction firsthand deeply impacts understanding, especially about climate threats and nuclear fears.