In a report from ABC7 New York, the vital role played by Chaverim of Rockland in rescuing stranded motorists during a treacherous storm this week was broadcast to the world.
The flood water piled up in some areas, and peeled up the roadway underneath. Chaverim of Rockland sprang into action, their heroic members fearlessly braving the elements to rescue motorists who found themselves trapped and at the mercy of the rising waters.
The report by ABC7 New York sheds light on the heroic efforts undertaken by Chaverim of Rockland during the storm. Their bravery in treacherous conditions saved numerous lives.
“We had patients with oxygen, we had kids, families mothers, and we had a patient…some condition that he couldn’t walk even if he wanted to,” said se arch and rescue team member from Chaverim Emergency Services Sruly Rosenberg.
Rosenberg pulled dozens of trapped motorists out of the rapids.
Rosenberg says it was surreal, with countless children and mothers begging for rescue.
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Thanks Chaverim
Wow, boruch Hashem, amazing search-and-rescue drones, vehicles, and teams of Yidden. Great to see it broadcast on the news.