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When the Wind Turned (9)

A Katrina family story / Chapter Nine

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Ashley Rovira
Jan 28, 2026
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Previously on When the Wind Turned, Chapter Eight:

Jeremy was evacuated from Charity Hospital on September 1st after two days operating in flooded hallways by flashlight. Frankie and the kids—safe in a Baton Rouge hotel—caught a glimpse of him on the news. As Jeremy boarded the evacuation helicopter, he whispered one word:

Frankie.

And made his way toward the family waiting for him.

Chapter Nine

The Reunion at the Crown

FRANKIE — The Cypress Crown Hotel

She draws the largest breath she’s taken in days.

She doesn’t remember ending the call. She just tosses the phone onto the bed.

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