Hurricane Harvey

Devastation, shock, and grief. On August 23, 2017, residents of Houston, Texas, tuned in to their evening news to be informed by a meteorologist that a category-four hurricane was coming their way. The inhabitants of Houston were told that this once category-one hurricane was forming an eye wall remarkably fast and to evacuate immediately. What once was a normal day now turned into a day of fear for most. On August 25, 2017, the people of Houston experienced one of the strongest, most horrific, and deadly hurricanes to ever make landfall in the United States. Water filled homes, cars were left stranded to be drowned, and thousands were expected to leave their homes for public shelters. Hurricane Harvey also left flooded streets, with most survivors on rooftops, thirty-nine dead, and, most importantly, broken people trying to find happiness in what was left to bring their lives back together. Though most thought the storm was over, meteorologists continued to look for what was next. Rain continued to fall, topping Houston with fifty inches in certain areas and leaving those left behind trapped beneath floodwaters. News reporters began to tackle the issues revolving around the hurricane promptly, giving those in different states an opportunity to experience the havoc through the camera lens. The sadness, tears, and heartache of each victim affected organizations, rescue missions, and churches, who began and are continuing to give donations of food and other supplies to help and lessen the victims’ worries. The nation has come together as one and prove why the states are better identified as “united.” Though the people of Houston’s biggest battle is over and the path of destruction is still noticeable, hope is always near. To help the citizens of Houston affected by Hurricane Harvey, Jefferson State’s Multicultural Association is collecting donations. Boxes are located around each campus for students to drop off contributions.

Jordan JaDella Smith is a member of SKD from the Jefferson campus.