Lifeguard crew ready to help out with Hurricane Florence emergencies Gene Marrano September 14, 2018 1 minute read G Marrano photo One of Carilion Clinic’s “Lifeguard” helicopters is on standby, waiting for the call to assist with FEMA’s response to Hurricane Florence. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: 3-day Flash Flood Watch issued for Roanoke RegionNext: Roanoke-area trucker dies when CSX train strikes rig parked across tracks Related Stories UW shows off new home at an upcoming open house Denise Membreno April 7, 2026 Lebanese Festival preparing to celebrate 25th anniversary Clark Palmer April 7, 2026 Kaine touts next round of funding for McAfee Knob parking lot improvements Gene Marrano April 6, 2026