'He Risks His Life Every Day To Save Yours': Commack Local Hero

COMMACK, NY — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Cathy Pugh, who nominated her son, Alex Calabro, of Commack.

Name:
Alex Calabro

State:
NY

Hometown:
Commack

Hero's job:
Fire/emergency response

Relationship to nominee:
Son

Reason for recognition:
Alex is a flight medic working for Stony Brook University Hospital. He risks his life every day to save yours. He is the person that you truly need when you are at your most vulnerable and in your worst time if in need.

One thing to know:
Alex is the most caring individual you’ve ever met.

Thank you for all you do, Alex!

>> Do you have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here. Read about other heroes from across New York here.

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