Caja De Memoria Viva II, Sobrevivientes : Digna Quiles

Dedicated to Digna Quiles and the survivors of Hurricane Maria that struck Puerto Rico in 2017.

Digna resides in the Culebrinas neighborhood of Villa Sofia, a small community profoundly affected by the hurricane. The relentless storm caused the river, along with its numerous tributaries, to surge and overflow into the streets, submerging Digna's home. As the water level climbed to over 8 feet inside, the powerful combination of floodwaters, incessant rain, and hurricane winds forcibly swept Digna and her canine companion from their residence. While a neighbor managed to rescue Digna, sadly, her loyal companion could not be saved.

Upon entering Digna's home, Adrián discovered the aftermath of the devastation—many personal belongings were lost, visible water damage permeated the entire house. Struggling without access to clean drinking water for days, Digna resorted to collecting rainwater in 5-gallon buckets. Adrián, making multiple trips to support Digna, ensured that additional aid reached her and the broader community in their time of need.