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A guardsman looks at a vehicle that has landed hood down in a pile of debris.

Debris Duty

An Alabama National Guardsman participates in a search and recovery mission in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene near Chimney Rock and Lake Lure, N.C., Oct. 9, 2024.

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Tags: hurricane, humanitarian, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, national guard, hurricane helene
Credit: Army Sgt. Adena McCluskey VIRIN: 241009-Z-AO788-1032X.JPG

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