Robert Jarvis, an employee of Tennessee’s Impact Plastics, recently spoke out about the harrowing experience he and his coworkers endured during the recent flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. In a video titled “Impact Plastics employee says ‘None of us should have been there’,” Jarvis recounted the terrifying moment when he and his colleagues found themselves trapped amidst the rising waters.
“It was just chaos,” Jarvis said in the video. “None of us should have been there.”
The intense flooding caused by Hurricane Helene took the employees of Impact Plastics by surprise, leaving them stranded and struggling to escape the rapidly rising waters. Jarvis described how they were forced to climb to the roof of the building in order to stay above the floodwaters, unsure if help would arrive in time to rescue them.
Fortunately, rescue crews were able to reach the stranded employees before it was too late, pulling them to safety and bringing them to higher ground. While everyone made it out alive, the experience left a lasting impact on Jarvis and his coworkers.
As they begin to pick up the pieces and rebuild in the aftermath of the flooding, Jarvis hopes that their story serves as a reminder of the power and unpredictability of natural disasters. He expressed gratitude for the efforts of the rescue teams that saved them and emphasized the importance of preparedness and safety in the face of such emergencies.
The video serves as a harrowing reminder of the risks that come with working in areas prone to natural disasters, and highlights the importance of prioritizing employee safety in all circumstances. As Impact Plastics and its employees move forward from this frightening ordeal, they will undoubtedly carry with them a newfound appreciation for the fragility of life and the importance of being prepared for the unexpected.
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Video “Impact Plastics employee says ‘None of us should have been there'” was uploaded on 10/03/2024 to Youtube Channel NBC News
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