Thursday, March 23, 2017

CG rescues 4 in Drum Bay

NEW ORLEANS - The Coast Guard has rescued four men from a disabled boat in Drum Bay, La., on March 23. After losing communications with the vessel, Coast Guard Sector New Orleans directed an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter from CG Air Station New Orleans to assist. The crew deployed a rescue swimmer, hoisted three men aboard, and transported them to emergency medical services at the air station in stable condition. After refueling, the helicopter returned and hoisted the rescue swimmer and remaining man, who also was in stable condition. (Source: Coast Guard 03/23/17)