WWE Hall of Famer Beth Phoenix posted a message to Instagram on Wednesday morning sharing that she, her husband and AEW wrestler Adam Copeland and their kids are all safe following Hurricane Helene. The family lives in Asheville, NC, which was hit hard by the hurricane. Phoenix says they were unable to contact anyone for several days and were without power, cell phone service, or water. She wrote:
“Copeland Update:
The Copeland Family is safe and gathered together. Thank you to all that have reached out!! After several days of no cell phones, no power, no water, limited gas and travel, we are finally getting our feet back on the ground. We have been blessed to be unharmed and have minimal damage to our home and our loved ones’ homes after the catastrophic Hurricane Helene. Because we have had limited access to the internet or media, this is the first time I have been able to observe all of the horrifying footage of our beloved Asheville and affected areas through the lens of others. To say I am overwhelmed is an understatement. While we all grieve, process, and rebuild as a community, I wanted to share a story of an experience we had.”“Last Friday my 8-year-old Ruby began showing symptoms of a spreading skin infection. Despite doing what I could to treat her at home, by Sunday it was evident she needed to see a doctor. With no phone, no power…no urgent care… I made the decision to drive to the ER. My drive took me through Biltmore Village which I was stunned to see had been totally washed away and guarded by police blockade along with several people in scrubs. I pulled up and begged the officer if he knew of another route to the ER? Or if the ER was even there anymore? The kind officer rerouted me and asked me if I could take these CNAs and Nurses with me.”
“We gratefully welcomed our passengers and headed to the ER. During the ride, they filled me in on what they had seen the last 3 days… I was astounded to learn that they have been living at the hospital to meet the need of low staff and immense need. Stories of surgeries and life-saving rescues done with no power… leaving their families to come and do their best to save ours. Selflessly stepping up during a historic tragedy, to demonstrate the best of humanity. All the while, Ruby sat silently in the backseat absorbing all of this.”
“After a scary drive through the wreckage of downtown and the river arts district, we made it to the hospital. Ruby was eventually seen and we were able to get compassionate care. While at the hospital I was able to get WiFi. Ruby asked to use my phone and sent her Dad this text.”
“Thank you to all of our essential workers, medical (of which my sister-in-law @shenanrice2015 is one), law enforcement, fire, Duke Energy, our water department, and all those pouring their hearts into our community in this time of need. I have no words for the gratitude I feel in my heart for what you are doing. #828Strong”
