Martin Kove’s Flood Rescue Story | Texas News

Actor Martin Kove, known for his role as John Kreese in Cobra Kai, found himself stranded by flash flooding in Franklin after Five Mile Creek burst its banks—his property submerged, with him, a friend, and his new puppy Winston trapped. Despite calling 911, he downplayed his own urgency to prioritize neighbors in worse shape. A heroic multi-agency rescue by boat eventually saved them, with responders even joking about Kreese’s “no mercy” line—though Kove insists there was plenty of mercy from both God and the brave rescuers. The ordeal sparked reflection on how unchecked development may be worsening floods by replacing natural waterways with concrete. Though he’s weathered disasters before—including losing his ranch in a fire—Kove’s perspective shifted: possessions can be replaced, but the power of nature and human compassion can’t. He’s staying put in Tennessee, now more grateful than ever for his community. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0ca99477939398c7