South Louisiana Woman Searches for Men Who Saved Her Mother’s Life—Hero Responds on Facebook

In a scary turned heartwarming story, a local woman from South Louisiana took to Facebook in search of the two courageous men who rescued her mother from a potentially fatal accident.

Late Wednesday afternoon (Jul. 6) during heavy afternoon showers, Tracy Trahan's mother had hydroplaned off the road, submerging her vehicle in a large ditch between Maurice and Abbeville.

UPDATE:

Tracy has organized a GoFundMe to get a new car for her mother after the tragic incident. More details on how you can help below.

Tracy shared a harrowing account on Facebook, accompanied by two images of her mother's car completely submerged in water. She expressed her gratitude towards the unknown heroes, recounting how they had stopped in a dark blue truck and pulled her mother to safety just in time. Tracy believed that their timely intervention was the reason her mother was alive and well.

Overwhelmed by the situation, Tracy was unable to personally thank the two men at the scene, as they were leaving when she arrived. Desperate to express her heartfelt gratitude, she turned to social media, hoping that her post would reach the heroic duo.

Tracy's Facebook post gained significant attention and quickly circulated within the community. People were captivated by the story and the images, with many expressing their chills and admiration for the unidentified men's bravery. The post received numerous shares as community members rallied together to help locate these unsung heroes.

In an unexpected twist, Phillip Norris, a local resident, responded to Tracy's post, revealing himself as the individual who had rescued her mother. Phillip described the intense relief he felt when he saw her mother's eyes meet his through the windshield, knowing he had arrived in the nick of time. He humbly shared that after ensuring her safety, all her mother was concerned about was her tennis shoes. Phillip took it upon himself to carry her across the coulee on his back to reach the highway, ensuring her complete safety.

Tracy, overwhelmed with gratitude and emotion, thanked Phillip for his heroic actions. The Facebook thread was soon filled with comments praising Phillip as an "angel" and commending his selflessness and courage. His response only strengthened the community's belief in the power of compassion and the willingness of individuals to help those in need.

As the story continues to unfold, Tracy plans to meet with Phillip personally to express her gratitude and share her mother's immense relief and appreciation for his intervention. The inspiring events surrounding this accident serve as a reminder of the power of kindness and the impact of ordinary individuals going above and beyond to save lives; oftentimes because its simply the right thing to do.

The South Louisiana community is applauding the bravery demonstrated by Phillip and the other unknown hero, proving the heartfelt impact that acts of kindness can have on individuals—even when they're strangers—and their loved ones.