Boaters rescued from sinking yacht in Florida
Two boaters were rescued from a sinking 80-foot yacht off the coast of Florida after striking a submerged dredge pipe. The vessel sank and one person was injured but in stable condition. The incident is under investigation.
Key Points
- Yacht struck submerged dredge pipe off the coast of Florida
- Two individuals rescued, one with minor injuries
- Proper safety equipment like EPIRB crucial in emergencies
Pros
- Quick response from rescue teams
- One person rescued with minor injuries
- Properly registered emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB) was activated
Cons
- Yacht sank due to striking a submerged dredge pipe
- One person injured