On the morning of October 27, 2025, Charles Ferguson, a 78-year-old resident of Cave Mountain, Westmoreland, spoke to his cousin Winsome McPherson for the last time. He mentioned he would try to consume the food she had sent him. Little did anyone know, this would be their final conversation. The following day, Hurricane Melissa ravaged the area, leaving Ferguson trapped in his remote wooden home. Despite ongoing efforts by his family and neighbors to reach authorities, his body remained in the house for days after the storm. Ferguson, a well-known figure in the Kentucky district of Cave Mountain, lived in a secluded, hard-to-reach location. His cousin, McPherson, recounted the challenges of accessing his home, especially after the hurricane caused severe damage to the already treacherous roads. Ferguson, who had been in declining health and lived alone after his housemate passed away months earlier, was unable to escape when the storm hit. McPherson expressed her sorrow, stating she had anticipated the worst due to his immobility and the hurricane’s intensity. The community, now cut off by landslides and damaged infrastructure, has struggled to contact emergency services. McPherson described Ferguson as a cheerful and generous man, known for his herbal remedies, and lamented the tragic circumstances of his death. As recovery efforts continue, she remains hopeful that help will soon arrive to bring Ferguson’s body down from the mountain he called home.