Today, the AWESOME is in Texas. The generational type of flooding that has altered the lives of so many could have been so much worse if not for the actions and bravery of the heroes and the helpers, like Coast Guard rescue swimmer Petty Officer 3rd Class Scott Ruskan. Scott had only recently completed his training, but when the call came in, he was ready. The Coast Guard deployed multiple helicopters to the crisis zone, but Ruskan was the only triage coordinator on site—a role he handled while simultaneously participating in active rescue efforts. While comforting survivors, he coordinated rescue helicopters, including Coast Guard MH-65s and Army Blackhawks, directing them to groups in need of evacuation. While coordinating logistics, he also provided emotional support to those in shock. “They were cold, wet, and miserable,” he said of the survivors. “This is probably the worst day of their lives. They’re looking to us for comfort.” Oh, and by the way, this was his first ever rescue mission. Rising up and becoming the hero everyone needed, Scott, THAT’S AWESOME.