Heroes Emerge From the Eye of The Storm with Larry Agee of Disaster Aid USA

Natural disasters are never a fun topic. But from hardship and tragedy, can come strength, tenacity, community, and compassion. In this episode of Your Daily Chocolate, Patty welcomes Larry Agee, co-founder and executive director of Disaster Aid USA. Larry shares his background as a US Army veteran and a financial planner, and discusses his inspiring work in disaster aid.  With more than 70 disaster deployments in the US and 12 internationally, Larry talks about the importance of community resilience, preparedness, and real stories of survival. He highlights the compassionate efforts of his teams and how they transform recovery. The episode concludes with practical tips on disaster readiness and the emotional impact of helping those in need. Find more about Larry, Disaster Aid USA, and how you can be a part of this extraordinary work. http://linktr.ee/klagee https://disasteraidusa.org  Episode Highlights: 00:00 Introduction to Today's Guest: Larry Agee 01:19 Larry's Journey from Military to Disaster Aid 02:55 Founding Disaster Aid USA 03:21 Challenges and Flexibility in Disaster Response 05:09 Real-Life Stories of Impact 08:58 Volunteer Efforts and Community Support 13:48 Disaster Preparedness Tips 19:27 Communication and Safety During Disasters 21:22 International Disaster Response 22:11 Logistics in Disaster Zones 22:39 Challenges in Different Types of Disasters 24:01 Emotional Toll of Disaster Response 27:21 The Human Side of Disaster Relief 31:01 Personal Stories and Connections 36:44 Rapid Fire Questions 38:25 Final Thoughts and Encouragement