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Community Support Helps Vermont Family Rebuild After Devastating Flood

The Mackenzies, from left to right, Lila, Jenny, John, Kate and their dog Hester pose in front of their new house in Craftsbury, Vt. on Nov. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Lisa Rathke)

Last summer, a Vermont family faced a nightmare as their home was engulfed by floodwaters during the remnants of Hurricane Beryl. John and Jenny Mackenzie, along with their twin daughters, had to flee their 19th-century house, witnessing their cars being swept away by the raging waters. The aftermath left them without a home, vehicles, or many possessions.

Since the catastrophic storm, the Mackenzies have been navigating the challenges of finding a new place to live in a state with a housing shortage. However, the outpouring of support from their community has been a beacon of hope for the family. Donations totaling over $160,000 have poured in, enabling them to purchase used vehicles and secure a new house just in time for Thanksgiving.

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