Years after storms, clean-up crews meticulously separate the sentimental from the wreckage

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Published on September 25, 2026 • Originally reported by Laura Hackett. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Hayden Cheek cleans debris out of the North Toe River in Western North Carolina nearly two years after Hurricane Helene hit the area.

Across the country, lost-and-found networks seek to reunite objects with disaster survivors. The work can take years. In some cases, it's impossible to pick up all the pieces.

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