— Flash flooding can turn an ordinary creek crossing into a dangerous situation in a hurry. For one 99-year-old North Carolinian, getting to safety required a little help from some emergency responders who weren't about to let rising water have the final say.
Members of the Winston-Salem Fire Department’s Swift Water Rescue Team joined Burke County Emergency Services and Emergency Management to help secure a footbridge over a swollen creek, allowing the 99-year-old resident to reach safety amid flash flooding.
The operation brought together local and state emergency responders to help navigate hazardous conditions as floodwaters surged through the area.
The Winston-Salem Fire Department praised the teamwork, highlighting the collaboration among agencies working together to protect lives.
When the water rises, teamwork can make all the difference — and this time, it helped one North Carolina senior make it to safety.
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Source note: Star News TV · Oct 12, 2026 10:52 AM.
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