Stranded Heart Transplant Patient Rescued in N.Y. Snowstorm and Flown to Cleveland Clinic: 'That's My Mom You Saved!'

Brian Anthony Hernandez, a seasoned journalist, recently joined PEOPLE as a writer-editor. New York State Police rescued a woman with a heart condition stranded in a snowstorm on her way to a transplant surgery, showcasing teamwork and dedication in life-saving efforts.