One month-old twin boys and their mother have been reported to be the youngest people killed by the storm.
The incident occurred in Thomson Georgia, United States, where a massive tree crashed through their home’s roof, claiming three innocent lives.
It is believed that during the incident, Kobe Williams, who is 27 years-old single mother was with her twins in bed.
She was peacefully relaxing, browsing on her phone and chatting with family and friends before the tree fell.
Obie Williams, the twins’ grandfather, also recounted the harrowing final moments of his daughter’s life.
was on the phone with family members as the hurricane raged outside.
The single mother was cradling her sons, Khyzier and Khazmir, born just on August 20, when disaster struck.
The Efforts of Grandma for the Twins Were Unsuccessful
Mary Jones, Kobe’s mother, was in the home helping care for the newborns.
She heard a deafening crash as the tree fell, followed by an eerie silence.
Despite her desperate pleas, there was no response from Kobe or the babies.
The Death Toll of Hurricane Helene (Large Storm)
The loss of Kobe and her twin sons adds to the growing number of casualties from Hurricane Helene.
The storm has claimed at least 229 lives across several states, including Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia, and the Carolinas.
Among the victims are other young children, including a 7-year-old girl and a 4-year-old boy from nearby Washington County, Georgia.
A Mother’s Joy Was Cut Short
Chiquita Jones-Hampton, Kobe’s niece, shared touching memories of the new mother: “She was so excited to be a mother of those beautiful twin boys. She was doing such a good job and was so proud to be their mom.”
Widespread Destruction
The occurrence of Hurricane Helene(Large Storm) has left communities in shambles.
In nearby Augusta, Obie Williams described a scene of chaos with downed power lines, blocked roads, and broken utility poles.
The destruction left many families, including Williams’ other children, without power and seeking refuge in other cities.
Family members remember Kobe as a vibrant, social, and strong woman who loved to make others laugh and dance. “That was my baby,” Williams said, “And everybody loved her.”
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