Faces from the Flood

On September 16 1999 rainfall from Hurricane Floyd swelled North Carolina’s rivers flooding tens of thousands of homes businesses and communities across the eastern third of the state; taking 52 lives; and causing an estimated $6 billion in damages. <i>Faces from the Flood</i> is a compelling look back at the state’s most destructive natural disaster conveyed through the words of those who endured it.<br/>Thirty-seven interviews with victims heroes volunteers scientists and government officials offer tales of dramatic rescues sorrowful losses and the quiet determination to survive and rebuild. The story of Floyd is far from over and North Carolinians must be prepared to face similar storms in the future warn Richard Moore and Jay Barnes. They conclude with an assessment of the state’s response to Floyd and a discussion of what programs should be initiated maintained or strengthened to prepare for future storms.<br/>Through evocative personal stories maps tables and dozens of striking photographs <i>Faces from the Flood</i> highlights the dramatic impact of Hurricane Floyd. It will serve as a valuable reference for future explorations of North Carolina’s greatest disaster.