Charlie Crist: “Today, I rise to applaud the heroic work of the United States Coast Guard in response to the historic Category 5…”

“Today, I rise to applaud the heroic work of the United States Coast Guard in response to the historic Category 5 Hurricane Dorian. The Coast Guard motto is ``Always Ready,'' and they have shown that in the wake of this disaster. By strategically positioning personnel, aircraft, and cutters ahead of the storm, they were able to respond quickly and save lives. In fact, in total, the Coast Guard first responders rescued over 200 people in Dorian's wake. Back home in Pinellas County, Florida, I had the opportunity to visit the first responder crews from Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater after they returned home. We could not be prouder of their dedication as well as their service. Again, I thank the brave folks of the United States Coast Guard for always being ready to keep America--and our neighbors--safe and secure. ____________________”