In March 2023, a deadly tornado wreaked havoc on Rolling Fork, Mississippi, claiming the lives of 14 residents and leaving the town in ruins. The tornado, with winds reaching 200 mph, tore through the area, including the mobile home of Ida Cartlidge and her family.
Cartlidge, along with her husband and three sons, sought shelter on the living room floor as the tornado approached. Despite her efforts to protect her 1-year-old son, Nolan, the twister ripped through their home, launching Cartlidge into the air and separating her from Nolan momentarily. Miraculously, Nolan landed unharmed on her chest after the chaos subsided.
