145 Hurricane Helene Survivor

The Teague Family House | Madison County, North Carolina | Built c. 1880s This weathered old house has seen better days, but look beyond its broken facade and you’ll discover the story of a mountain family who once called this place home. Despite its dilapidated appearance, the structure still stands on good bones, having survived even the devastating floods of Hurricane Helene that ravaged the surrounding area. Madison County, North Carolina, where this home is located, is characterized by beautiful coves and rivers winding through the Blue Ridge Mountains. These natural features created small, isolated communities that developed remarkable self-sufficiency…. CONTINUE READING…