Today we transited to an area called Comerío that was hit very hard. Tough day today getting there. Going up through the mountains to get to the area was a bit treacherous. There were many downed or low hanging power lines, overturned power poles, debris everywhere piled up on the sides of the road and mountains. There are piped water mountain water accesses for folks to get water on the sides of the road. Folks drive many miles to get resources, or just drive to a high point to connect to cellular. Army Hippo vehicles were on site providing fresh water Same drill, set up a location to provide communications support. Folks that haven't spoken to loved ones or needed to connect to FEMA for assistance really appreciated the help. Below one lady with her kids was at her wits end. I just handed her my phone which has WiFi calling enabled and made the call to FEMA for her so she could finish her claim and get her mother's started. She is one...
Today we arrived in Toa Baja, this area was hard hit by wind, rain and flooding. We couldn't get into the areas hardest hit but we settled into an a high area where folks could come and fill out their FEMA aid applications, use the ATM, get some lunch and have folks listen to their stories of loss and help to restore hope. This area really is a beautiful country side but definitely hard hit. Many trees are down and were blocking the road, but thanks to Army National Guard they have been able to clear paths so resources can get to the area. Also very important is for folks to be able to get to San Juan where they work and provide for their families. Speaking of the folks, they wait in traffic for hours in an effort to get to San Juan for work and supplies. I couldn't believe the traffic in the opposite direction while receiving a police escort in a seemingly clear road ahead. Folks waiting in long lines just to get ice from the ice distributor.. ...
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