U.S. Coast Guard Rescue of Injured Sailor from Aground Sailboat
The U.S. Coast Guard rescued an injured man from an aground sailboat off the coast of Sapelo Sound, Georgia after his sailboat ran aground and began taking on water. The man sustained a severe hand injury while his vessel was being prepared for towing. He was safely evacuated via helicopter and transported to a medical center for treatment.
Key Points
- Distress call received from sailor whose sailboat was sinking near Sapelo Sound, Georgia
- Man sustained severe hand injury while boat was being prepared for towing
- Coast Guard successfully hoisted man via helicopter for medical treatment
Pros
- Quick response by Coast Guard to distress call
- Successful evacuation of injured man via helicopter
- Collaboration with commercial salvage and local rescue teams
Cons
- Severe injury sustained by the sailor during the rescue operation
- Sailboat ran aground and was taking on water