First Response Team
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First Response Team of America
USA
Joined November 2008
1 yr ago, Helene hit NC mtns. Our team was there, running equipment & helping families start the cleanup so they could rebuild. The strength and spirit of those we met still inspire us—folks we now call friends, fighting to reclaim their lives. Miss you and hold you in our hearts
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Relief! 15" rain down to 2! Humberto’s pulling Imelda out to sea, sparing the Carolinas. Rare Fujiwhara effect—storms dancing! On the 1-yr mark of Helene’s scars (9/26/24), it’s a blessing. Team’s ready if needed. Prep tips? 💙 #HurricaneImelda #Humberto #CarolinasStrong
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One of the greatest gifts of volunteering is the people you meet. You show up to serve and leave with lifelong friends. Dee showed up with his own equipment to help strangers. People like him remind us that kindness is alive — and that’s what keeps us going.
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We didn’t expect to hear laughter. Not here. Not today. But 8 boys showed up—muddy boots, full hearts—just to help. Disaster reveals two things: those who’ve lost, and those who need to give. These boys reminded us that even now, there’s hope. 💛
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The First Response Team of America @firstresponse is on the ground in Texas where they have been searching for people (flood) since Saturday They volunteer their time and equipment and work alongside friends and families of those who are lost, searching for any signs of life and
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When disaster strikes, the Ledwell Family of Companies shows up—no hesitation. After floods hit their home state, Ledwell Machinery donated a compact loader + grapple to speed up cleanup. They reminded us: kindness gives people hope. 💛 Thank you, Ledwell.
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We’re grateful to work alongside volunteers from Texarkana’s Restoration of Hope—men who’ve faced homelessness, incarceration & mental illness. They said: “We want to give back to society, not take from it.” This is hope in action. 🙏 https://t.co/FNk6pyKkVv
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One thing I’ve seen time and time again—when disaster strikes, Americans show up. No hesitation. No second thoughts. Just people dropping everything to help those who are hurting. It’s who we are. It’s the American way
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We’re on the ground in Kerr County, Texas, where a devastating flood from the Guadalupe River hit just after July 4th. Families search through debris with quiet determination, hoping to find loved ones. Please keep Kerr County in your hearts and prayers
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Once a home floods, there’s usually not much that can be saved. Unlike a tornado, where you might recover some clothes or photos, floods ruin nearly everything. Most of it ends up on the curb, waterlogged and unsalvageable. It’s heartbreaking to witness
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With everything happening in the world, we can't lose sight of the disasters happening close to home. Our friends and neighbors in West Virginia are a powerful reminder that when disaster knocks at your door we have to be there for each other. Community matters now more than ever
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After the storm, we worked with a local gas company to clear debris and safely remove leaking propane tanks. Grateful to be part of a community that comes together to keep each other safe. #StormRecovery #CommunityStrong
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Before a damaged home is cleared away, families often return to search through the debris—hoping to recover a photo, a keepsake, a memory. It's not just cleanup. It's about holding on to pieces of home in the midst of heartbreak
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Huge thanks to Boyd CAT for stepping up after the tornado in KY. With a nearby dealership, they quickly donated equipment to support cleanup efforts. Grateful for your generosity and care for the community
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Last night's storms really took a toll on conditions here in Kentucky. Many trucks and pieces of equipment are getting stuck, but despite the challenges, we're pushing forward with the cleanup and doing everything we can to help
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The police have asked all utility and emergency workers to leave due to an incoming storm. We’re heading north for a few hours but will return once it’s safe
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We’re helping clear and widen roads so homeowners, utility crews, and contractors can access neighborhoods more easily — making sure help can reach those who need it most
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The tornado that hit Kentucky left heartbreaking devastation. People here are hurting. Grateful to work alongside an amazing group of volunteers from Dalton, GA — kind, sincere, and hardworking. If you’re looking to get involved, these folks are the real deal
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Had a tire blowout on our way to London, KY. Grateful we stayed safe. As bad as it seemed, it’s nothing compared to what folks in KY and MO are facing. These storms put things in perspective — we’ve got a lot to be grateful for
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The tornado that struck London, Kentucky on Friday night caused total devastation and claimed many lives
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