Fire Chief’s Home Washed Away | Albany News

When Germantown’s assistant fire chief Crystal Kilmer was battling historic floods on the front lines, her own home was swallowed by six feet of water—everything inside vanished, including cherished memories. Her daughter kayaked through rising waters to save family photos, embodying the chaos and grit of survival. Amid crushing loss, Kilmer’s resilience shines, buoyed by an outpouring of community love and a fundraiser to rebuild. This is a story of sacrifice, heartbreak, and the unbreakable spirit of those who serve—and are served—by their neighbors. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e0b8d5ddc42ec115