Caught on cam: Man risks life to save woman from raging floodwaters

A North Carolina man became a hero when he risked his own life to save a woman from Hurricane Helene's raging floodwaters in Ashe County.

Eddie Hunnell was visiting Grassy Creek for his son's wedding when the floodwaters rose rapidly. As a nearby home was being swept away, Hunnell saw a group of onlookers screaming for help. The homeowner, Leslie Worth, was trapped inside.

It was at that moment that Hunnell made a decision that saved her life and created an everlasting bond with Worth's family.

"When it was happening, I was trying to make the calculated risk of 'how do we save her?" Hunnell said.

[joemills]

"I just couldn't watch her die" That's powerful. Well done sir.

[davidbrytowski]

You didn't just help, you saved a life. That lady's family will speak of you for many years.

[arydze]

Beautiful story. The world needs more people like this gentleman.

[JimsEquipmentShed]

Being a hero like that doesn't require an absence of fear, just the ability to control it. Good man.

[debbieomalley]

God Bless this man. What a wonderful soul you are.

[charlottecoolik]

Real heroes don't wear capes. THANK GOD!!!
GLAD EVERYONE WAS SAFE.
PRAYERS FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE STUCK

[bearball]

I needed this. I was just crying watching the devastation. Knowing there are good people really help.

[Cooperdbhd]

That wasn't an act of 'compassion that was an act of tremendous 'bravery !

[bmcb]

You were where you were meant to be! 🙏

[kathyh]

Praise God for brave selfless souls willing to risk their own safety for that of someone they don’t even know
What a beautiful person!

[casajuez]

Incredible, truly a hero. Thank you for representing the best in humanity.

[nickgomez]

Hell yeah life guards always push it to the limit.

[maulenaspencer]

Just WOW !!! Praise God for this wonderful guy.

[safetychuck]

Glad someone was there who takes action when they see someone in trouble. Respect.

[DavidWilliams-zdey]

we don't need government. we need EACH OTHER.

[sharontrull]

There is still goodness in the world!! That man is a true hero!

[qknvxuq]

Great job! May the good Lord bless you and all the first responders and volunteers! Prayers for everyone's safety!

[terridavis]

May that man and family and everyone be blessed with good things.

[TheChefRod]

That’s a HERO. A very decent and caring human being…a TRUE hero. Thank you sir for your actions.❤

[ge]

What a blessing that this hero DAD would be there to save a life as his son is embarking on new chapter in life . All I see and hear in this story is "God, " love and joy. New friends. Be blessed!