Mission - Fuel Depot Setup Victims of Helene

**Hurricane Helene Recovery – Key Updates:**

- **Chestnut Hill Baptist Church:**
- Pastor Ronnie Harris reported the loss of 13 members.
- Only two families from the congregation still have homes.

- **Broad River Baptist Church:**
- Located at a key community junction.
- Most members have lost their homes and vehicles.
- Fewer lives lost, but severe property damage.

- **Fuel Depot Setup:**
- Efforts are underway to establish a fuel depot at Broad River Baptist.
- Army support is being utilized, with soldiers borrowing fuel due to resource limitations.

- **Road Access Challenges:**
- FEMA brought in outside law enforcement, causing roadblocks to recovery efforts.
- Roads recently cleared are being restricted, leading to conflicts with local authorities.
- Army is working to secure documentation for continued access to critical areas.
- Local sheriff’s department has offered support if further access issues arise.