Pregnant Woman Evacuated from Disney Cruise Ship by U.S. Coast Guard

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A pregnant Disney Fantasy cruise ship passenger was evacuated by a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter crew 180 miles offshore from Puerto Rico due to health complications requiring higher medical care.

Key Points

  • 35-year-old pregnant woman required higher level of medical care
  • Rescue swimmer rappelled down from helicopter to airlift the woman
  • Patient transported to hospital in Puerto Rico for further treatment

Pros

  • Quick and efficient execution of a long-range MEDEVAC for the patient
  • Collaboration between Disney Fantasy crew and Coast Guard personnel