Family mourns 14-year-old North Alabamian who died from flu-related conditions
AL.com••health
Key Points:
- Noah Smothers, a 14-year-old from North Alabama, passed away due to flu-like complications, prompting mourning in his community.
- Known for his kindness and active involvement, Noah was recently baptized at New Home Baptist Church in Pisgah and deeply engaged in his youth group.
- He had just graduated from Henagar Junior High School, where he was celebrated for his humor, kindness, and positive impact on peers.
- Noah had started at Ider High School in August, joining the basketball team and earning admiration for his character and intellect from staff and students.
- Public health officials are warning that flu cases are increasing in Alabama, highlighting the broader health risks affecting the community.
