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US Coast Guard Rescues 4 From Sinking Boat On Jersey Shore US Coast Guard Rescues 4 From Sinking Boat On Jersey Shore
US Coast Guard Rescues 4 From Sinking Boat On Jersey Shore The U.S. Coast Guard rescued four people and a dog from a boat taking on water Sunday, Aug. 27 near the Forked River in Barnegat Bay, authorities said. A 29-foot Response Boat – Small crew from Coast Guard Station Barnegat Light discovered the sinking 30-foot recreational boat while already underway for operations. The Coast Guard crew transferred the four people and their dog aboard the Coast Guard rescue boat. The recreational boat capsized moments after completing the personnel transfer. “The boat’s owner believes the boat was taking on water due to a loose plug, but the compartment w…

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by Jon Craig
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US Coast Guard Rescues Fisherman Off Jersey Shore US Coast Guard Rescues Fisherman Off Jersey Shore
US Coast Guard Rescues Fisherman Off Jersey Shore A 46-year-old fisherman suffering a medical emergency was rescued off the Jersey Shore by members of the US Coast Guard from Barnegat and Atlantic City, authorities said. The rescue involved the fishing vessel "Captain John" about 45 miles east of Point Pleasant. A crew member aboard Captain John reportedly used a marine radio to notify Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay watchstanders of the emergency at about 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6. The Coast Guard launched an MH-65 Dolphin Helicopter crew from Air Station Atlantic City. A 47-foot motor lifeboat crew from Coast Guard Station B…

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by Jon Craig