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Princeville firefighters stay on front lines after Hurricane Matthew damage

During Hurricane Matthew, the Princeville Fire Department team saved many lives. Their building was destroyed, but the flood did not kill their spirit. For more than four months, they've been working out of a temporary tent in the parking lot of their destroyed fire station. Despite resource challenges and limited personnel, the Princeville Fire Department remains dedicated to serving their community.
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During Hurricane Matthew, the Princeville Fire Department team saved many lives. Their building was destroyed, but the flood did not kill their spirit. For more than four months, they've been working out of a temporary tent in the parking lot of their destroyed fire station. Despite resource challenges and limited personnel, the Princeville Fire Department remains dedicated to serving their community.

Photographer : Jill F. Knight
Posted 2017-02-02T19:07:00-0500 - Updated 2017-08-30T09:21:13-0400