In the aftermath of devastating flooding linked to Hurricane Helene, families of several workers from Impact Plastics have initiated wrongful death lawsuits against the company, citing negligence and unsafe working conditions. The lawsuits come as the death toll from the hurricane surpasses 300, raising concerns about the safety protocols in place at the factory. Among the victims is Johnny Peterson, whose last moments were recorded on video sent to his daughter, illustrating the harrowing circumstances faced by workers trapped in the flood. Advocacy groups are pushing for legislative changes to protect workers after this tragic incident. Meanwhile, the CEO of Impact Plastics claims employees were allowed to leave, a statement met with skepticism by the grieving families. The search continues for the last missing employee as the community mourns those lost in this preventable tragedy.