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ID lost to Hurricane Katrina is returned 20 years later

ID lost to Hurricane Katrina is returned 20 years later

Summary

A park ranger found a high school ID card on a Mississippi island, which was lost 20 years ago during Hurricane Katrina. The ID belongs to Becky Hamel, who lost it when the storm hit and has now been returned to her.

Key Facts

  • Becky Hamel lost her belongings, including a high school ID, in Hurricane Katrina 20 years ago.
  • Park ranger Becky Copeland discovered the ID on Horn Island, Mississippi.
  • The ID card was from John Carroll High School in Birmingham, Alabama, dated back to 1969-1970.
  • Copeland initially could not read the name on the ID due to its condition.
  • The card's details became clear over time, revealing the name Catherine Hamel.
  • Copeland used social media to track down Hamel and return the ID.

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