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Coast Guard aircrew from Air Station Corpus Christi rescued 230+ people during Kerrville, TX flood response
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Petty Officer 3rd Class Scott Ruskan remained on the ground to coordinate evacuations under extreme conditions
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Metris Global supports training for both rescue swimmers and aircrew through the TASS contract
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Training delivered at sites including Aviation Training Center Mobile, Alabama
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Full crew efforts recognized as part of one of the Coast Guard’s largest recent flood operations
Orlando, FL — Metris Global, a proud provider of training services for the U.S. Coast Guard, commends the actions of Petty Officer 3rd Class Scott Ruskan, a Coast Guard rescue swimmer whose efforts during the recent flooding in Kerrville, Texas, contributed to the successful evacuation of more than 230 individuals.
According to an official U.S. Coast Guard report, Petty Officer Ruskan was part of an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew deployed from Air Station Corpus Christi in response to a request for assistance on July 4. During the mission, he was inserted into an active flood zone to coordinate ground-level evacuations, assist with triage, and support the safe airlift of civilians impacted by rising waters. His actions directly supported one of the largest flood response operations carried out by Coast Guard crews in recent years.
Ruskan’s ability to act under pressure, communicate with clarity, and manage a chaotic environment with compassion exemplifies the values and preparedness instilled through Coast Guard training programs—programs which Metris Global proudly supports. Since 2016, Metris Global has partnered with the U.S. Coast Guard to deliver critical training and performance improvement services across active duty, reserve, and civilian personnel through the Training and Analysis Support Services (TASS) contract.
The successful evacuation was a coordinated effort by the entire MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew deployed from Air Station Corpus Christi, including flight mechanics and pilots operating under extreme conditions. Metris Global is proud to support training for Coast Guard aircrew members as part of its ongoing work with the Training and Analysis Support Services (TASS) program delivered in partnership with Coast Guard training sites, including Aviation Training Center Mobile, Alabama.
“Petty Officer Ruskan represents the highest ideals of Coast Guard service,” said Thomas Heckens, CEO and founder of Metris Global. “We’re honored to contribute to the kind of training that prepares individuals to lead, act, and serve under the toughest conditions.”
As the affected communities begin the long road to recovery, Metris Global encourages those wishing to assist to consider supporting verified relief efforts.
Click below for a list of verified organizations where you can make a donation:
Charity Navigator – Central Texas Flooding Relief
Our thoughts remain with all those affected by the floods in Texas. We stand in solidarity with the first responders, families, and volunteers working tirelessly to bring relief and recovery to the region.
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Founded on the core values of: WISDOM, CRAFT, HUMILITY & HONESTY and focused on serving others through optimization of Human Performance, Metris Global, headquartered in Orlando, Florida, has provided contracted performance solutions to a robust portfolio of customers including the uniformed services of the Department of Defense and the Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of State clients since 2011.
A Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business employing more than 70% Veterans, Metris Global is committed to helping its clients achieve an extraordinary level of individual and organizational excellence. By pairing proven Human Performance Technology methodologies with Advanced Agile Performance Improvement to enhance the proven ADDIE model, Metris delivers customizable and scalable intervention and delivery solutions that ensure improved work performance and outcomes – no matter how complex the environment, or mundane the task.
Image Credit: (Credit: Perry Shirzad, USCG)