Imagine building a life in the same home for years only for it to be destroyed in a second by a storm. This became Belinda and David Cherry’s reality when Hurricane Beryl swept through their Texas community last year, leaving behind devastating damage. “We’ve seen a lot of storms, but nothing like this,” Belinda said. “This was hellfire.” The storm caused several trees to crash onto their home, leaving massive holes in the roof and causing their ceiling to collapse due to water damage. Belinda and David lived in this home for more than 30 years, and it was a place their grandchildren would regularly visit. Now, the Cherrys are beginning the heartbreaking process of rebuilding. “This is Grandma’s house. Our grandkids are sad they can’t come stay," Belinda said. Red Cross caseworkers Kathy Lawrence and Kathleen Palley helped Belinda and David register for financial assistance. They have since received immediate assistance and will receive additional financial support in the coming ...