Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Coast Guard member who saved 165 flood victims: 'I was just doing my job'

Article Title: Coast Guard member who saved 165 flood victims: 'I was just doing my job'

Article Excerpt: "...Petty Officer Scott Ruskan is being hailed as a hero after rescuing 165 flood victims during his very first rescue mission amid the catastrophic flooding that struck central Texas late last week.

In an appearance on "Fox & Friends" Monday morning, the 26-year-old Coast Guard rescue swimmer said he and his helicopter crew were "battling some pretty bad weather" for around five or six hours before he was able to get on scene in the Hunt area. ..."

Reference Source: www.fox7austin.com