BLYTHE, Ga. (WJBF) – People who live in the City of Blythe are banding together to overcome hardships caused by Hurricane Helene.
Residents describe Blythe as “a forgotten city,” as they are working to repair damages, give necessities to those in need and rebuild the wrecked area.
Police Chief Leondus Dixon said the city was basically gridlocked immediately after the storm.
“Every road that you travel that’s clear, we as a community did that with no help from any outside entity, and I think every citizen that lives here should wear that as a badge of honor,” he said. “And I sure do being the chief.”
Some who live here are without food and other necessities, and some are still without power – but, they’ve had events to distribute those items.
“During one of the food distribution drives, one of the local state representative came through and noticed the progress we made and he was amazed that we were able to do what we did without outside resources,” Chief Dixon said.
Trees still lay on roofs and litter people’s yards – one of them is Kim Lajoie’s historic property.