A New Jersey man with the U.S. Coast Guard is being hailed as a hero for helping rescue more than 165 people from the deadly Texas floods. Many of those rescued were girls staying at Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp, where at least 27 other campers and counselors died in the devastating flash flooding.
Main Idea: Coast Guard rescue swimmer Scott Ruskan helped save more than 165 people during deadly floods in Texas, including many trapped at Camp Mystic.
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Texas floods killed many campers and counselors, showing how extreme weather can leave families and communities with sudden loss and high rescue and recovery costs.
The Coast Guard and Air National Guard rescued 165 people, showing how trained responders can save lives when roads, bridges, and boats cannot reach people.
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