houston, and again, what was really important was that they get people out of this neighborhood after the addicks levee overtopped for the first time in its history, and something off in the distance is being held by one of these volunteers. perhaps -- we can't see it clearly. this could be the medicine that they're looking for. >> okay, paul, let me jump in. can you hear me? >> reporter: i can, brooke. >> so, i mean, it's incredible to watch this unfold right before our very eyes. can you ask these -- the guy -- so this is a private boat. is that what you're saying? this is a private rescue. that's a gentleman we're looking at and the guy in the green and the water. can you ask them why they wanted to do this. >> reporter: yes. hang on. ray, real quick question here. you know, we were talking earlier about how you came down here and what was it that -- what was it about what you saw that inspired you? >> i flooded before. i know what it's like. it's tough. just trying to help. just trying to help.