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Appalachian Trail Hiker returns to help Tennessee town

134th Air Refueling Wing

Oct. 15, 2024 | 1:05

In response to historic flooding from Hurricane Helene, both Airmen and Soldiers are commuting to surrounding areas daily to help clear debris and give assistance to local residents. 134th Logistical Readiness Squadron Staff Sgt. Jessica Bustamante volunteered to help northeast Tennessee in their time of need because of her connection to the community.

In 2023, Staff Sgt. Bustamante hiked the Appalachian Trail with her husband, and after receiving kindness from locals during her trail stops in Tennessee, wanted to return that same kindness to support those affected in the aftermath of historic storms and flooding.