The empty lot with the remains of Bill (below) and James’ home in Ketchikan. — ©2024 The New York Times Company
JAMES and Bill Montivér had just packed up their home on a steep road in Ketchikan, Alaska – a fishing community turned cruise ship stop – when a terrifying screech ripped through the sound of pounding rain.
Bill, who was scrubbing the kitchen cabinets, shouted and dropped to the floor as the house began to shake.
