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Throughout the week, our ACC Team searches through emails and news articles looking for someone who deserves to be the Kidde Hero of the Week…
Last weekend, Hurricane Florence hit the east coast of North Carolina, and parts of South Carolina, and the flooding that has continued is making it hard for search and rescue teams. There has been loss of life, along with massive home damage, and many are still without power.
Stories are pouring in about rescue efforts, not only by first responders but by volunteers. And, it’s hard to single any one person out, but here is an example of one man helping those affected in the area.
A man named George Ruiz drove into the area from Alabama. With 20 years in the Coast Guard as a rescue boat driver, George put his skills to use. In the first two days after the storm, he rescued a few hundred, including rescuing a man in a wheelchair who lived alone and a 90-year-old woman who didn’t want to leave her home.
I’m sure we’ll continue to hear more stories as the weeks go on. Our thoughts are with everyone affected.
To all of you out there like Mr. Ruiz, putting your lives at risk to help others, we salute you as our Kidde Heroes of the Week.
For more on George’s story and others who have taken part in rescue efforts, visit People.com.
Nominate a Hero of the Week
Now, we want to know who has made a difference in your life. Nominate a local firefighter, police officer, EMT or someone who is serving our country in the military. It could even be a neighbor, family member or friend who lent a crucial helping hand. Let us know all about the person who you feel is a real life hero by emailing us here and please feel free to send us a picture!
