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Before a briefing Wednesday in Augusta, Georgia, Vice President Kamala Harris thanked officials for their work in response and recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene.

In her remarks, Harris thanked “all the people who are here on the ground doing this extraordinary work.”

“I have read and heard about the work you have done over the last few days and I think it truly represents the best that we all know can be done, particularly as we engage locally, coordinate at the state level and federal resources to meet the needs of people who need to be seen and heard,” she said.

“These are very difficult times and in a moment of crisis I think that really brings out the best in us. And you all embody this important and good work,” Harris added. “So, I’m here to thank you and listen to you.”

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-Fritz Farrow, Gabriella Abdul-Hakim and Will McDuffie from ABC News