In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene: A 7-year-old boy’s tragic fate and his final words

Hurricane Helene, the deadliest U.S. storm since Katrina, has taken 200 lives across multiple states, including South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee. Hundreds remain missing, and almost a million homes are without power. Rescue efforts face challenges due to impassable roads and rugged landscapes.

One tragic story is that of 7-year-old Micah Drye from Asheville, North Carolina. He was swept away by floodwaters along with his grandparents, while his mother, Meghan, survived. Micah’s body was found a quarter-mile from where Meghan was rescued. His aunt, Jessica, shared his final words, “Jesus! Please help me!”

In the wake of the tragedy, Meghan’s sister, Heather Kephart, started a GoFundMe to support Meghan, who lost her son, parents, home, and belongings. The page includes a recent photo of Micah, smiling in a Jurassic World T-shirt.