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Press Release | July 11, 2025

MEDIA ADVISORY: Coast Guard aircrew available for media interviews in Kerrville, TX

RSVP: Coast Guard PADET Texas (832) 293-1293

HOUSTON — The Coast Guard is scheduled to participate in a ceremony to honor the rescue helicopter air crew for their efforts during their flash flood response near Kerrville, Texas.

Following the ceremony, the air crew will be available for media interviews to speak about their experience during the rescue.

 

WHO: Pilot Lt. Ian Hopper, co-pilot Lt. Blair Ogujiofor, rescue swimmer Petty Officer 3rd Class Scott Ruskan and flight mechanic Petty Officer 3rd Class Seth Reeves.

WHAT: Speaking about their experiences during rescue efforts on July 4, 2025.  

WHEN: Friday, July 11, 2025, 3:15-3:45 p.m.

WHERE: Kerrville-Kerr County Airport, 1877 Airport Loop, Kerrville, TX, 78028

RSVP: Any media outlets interested in interviewing the Coast Guard air crew are asked to contact Coast Guard Public Affairs Detachment Texas at (832) 293-1293 to attend. Please provide name, news agency, and phone number of personnel attending. 

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