Sep 23, 2024
Tropical Storm Debby may have been weeks ago, but the emotions are still fresh.Electrical systems damaged and all my book collections ruined, said 84-year-old Ron Booher.Its gone. Everything I saved. I have albums. Theyre gone, said 84-year-old Josie Booher. Everythings gone.The Boohers walked ABC Action News through their home in Parrish, severely damaged from flooding after Debby with about a foot and a half of water.Theyve lived there for 20 years and said theyve never seen flooding like it.I cant think straight. Its just affected me so much, and but thank god we made it out, said Josie. They took us out by boat. Water up to here. They just said you have 15 minutes to get out.Overwhelmed, said Ron. Just too much for us. Were 84. At that age, its hard to handle.They, along with their neighbors and many families in Sarasota and Manatee Counties, are still rebuilding after Debby inundated some areas with flooding and rain in August.They had to tear the walls down and replaster, and then you have to treat them for mold, said Josie.The couple is doing their best to forge ahead, though the idea of another storm brewing and what impacts, if any, they could see again is a lot to grasp.I couldnt take it. I dont think, could you? Josie asked through tears.You have to, replied Ron.While theyre preparing for what could be another storm this week, Manatee County officials encourage people to take any necessary precautions now to protect their property against possible flooding.
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