9 Photos of the Most Dramatic Rescues from Hurricane Harvey
Updated: Jul. 29, 2021Hurricane Harvey killed at least 14 victims and left dozens injured in a category 4 hurricane—the most powerful one to hit the United States since 2004.
Major damage
In Rockport, Texas, rescue workers search through a devastated building to find survivors. Only two out of ten homeowners in Hurricane Harvey’s path had flood insurance. Learn how you can prepare your own house for a hurricane.
Roads into rivers
All 12,000 members of the Texas National Guard were called to help the rescue missions. Not even deep waters could keep their trucks from making their way to survivors after Hurricane Harvey. Find out more about why 2017 was such a bad year for hurricanes.
Teamwork
If you thought one helping hand was great, try 14. Seven men work together to push a stalled pickup out of a flooded Houston street. Prepare yourself for the worst by learning what to do if your car is under water.
From sky and sea
The U.S. Coast Guard searches for survivors in the wake of Hurricane Harvey in Houston. More than 6,200 people needed to stay in shelters because of the destruction.
Heavy lifting
A Coast Guard helicopter airlifted victims to safety in Houston, Texas. Don’t miss these other inspiring water rescue stories.
Hold on tight
As the Texas National Guard helps citizens in Houston, one soldier lifts a little boy to safety.
Home rescue
The Houston Fire Department and members from the neighboring state’s Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries rescued stranded Texans after Hurricane Harvey. Learn the real difference between a hurricane, typhoon, and cyclone.
