Dustin Waycaster, the Fire Chief of Lake Lure, NC, exemplifies the heartless arrogance showcased by contemporary unelected bureaucrats.
Reportedly, Dustin Waycaster the Lake Lure, NC Fire Chief threatened to arrest a helicopter pilot for rescuing stranded Helene victims. Lake Lure is one of the HARDEST HIT areas in Western NC, and much of it is only accessible by helicopter
Dustin Waycaster threatens rescue pilot with arrest
🚨 INSANE: Reportedly, the Lake Lure, NC Fire Chief is threatening to ARREST people for rescuing stranded Helene victims
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) October 2, 2024
Lake Lure is one of the HARDEST HIT areas in Western NC, and much of it is only accessible by helicopter
What the hell is going on?!
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The news video above shows a private helicopter pilot from Western NC involved in the rescue of stranded Hurricane Helene victims in the Lake Lure region.
Dustin Waycaster brought the pilot to a stop during his run, while carrying a single victim, without any indication of no fly zones in the vicinity. There were no flight restrictions in place in the Lake Lure area at that time.
The NC official claimed that the rescues were causing disruptions to his ongoing operations.
In Western North Carolina, residents are currently facing a situation that requires the involvement of everyone. The pilot made the decision to leave his son, who was acting as the co-pilot, on the mountain so that he could ensure the safety of the victim.
Due to safety concerns, the helicopter could not accommodate all passengers, so the victim’s wife had to stay behind for the next round. Dustin Waycaster forced the pilot to leave that victim on the side of the mountain, the pilot states.
The helicopter pilot possesses extensive experience in law enforcement, has served as a firefighter, and currently operates as a skilled pilot.
The pilot disregarded threats made by Dustin Waycaster to put the pilot in jail. He ascended the mountain once again to retrieve his son, who serves as his co-pilot.
A social media response from a friend of Dustin Waycaster states the below.
Critics argue that instead of closing private flights, Waycaster should have focused on coordinating all efforts. It is not helpful to threaten imprisonment for those who provide assistance.
LAKE LURE NC DEVASTATION – This was once a clear, blue lake.
My uncle said there are a bunch of neighors with trees on their houses and getting anywhere is not an option. Lake Lure is way up and his neighborhood pier with 30 boats attached has floated away. pic.twitter.com/ImAigXcVU7
— Wesley (@DialedIn6) September 29, 2024