Bob Dole: “this past September marked a devastating hurricane season for many States. My home State of North Carolina was ravaged…”

“this past September marked a devastating hurricane season for many States. My home State of North Carolina was ravaged by not one, but four hurricanes this fall. Western North Carolina was particularly hit hard by Hurricanes Frances and Ivan, which destroyed homes, washed away roadways, and even took lives. Out of this ruin came the challenge of rebuilding and piecing together homes, lives, and communities. As I visited the devastation in Western North Carolina, I found encouragement in the selfless hearts of North Carolinians who went to great lengths to help those struggling through the wreckage left behind. There are many who came together during this crisis. I would especially like to thank the first responders who answered the call of duty. Our first responders are there for us in times of need, and they literally are on the front lines defending our homeland. On November 21, 2004, the Town of Clyde and the Town of Canton are honoring all those who were involved in the rescue and emergency operations following the devastation which occurred as a result of the hurricane season.”