GLOUCESTER, Mass. — It was a race to the rescue for U.S. Coast Guard officials and good Samaritans when a fishing vessel began sinking on Friday.
According to authorities, the crew of the Miss Sandy issued a mayday call 7 nautical miles off Gloucester Harbor, when the boat began flooding rapidly with 4 to 5 feet of water in the engine room. Exhaust fumes also started filling the space, making the situation more dangerous.
Within 30 minutes, officials say the CGC William Chadwick, along with local partners and good Samaritans, were on the scene, fighting to save the boat and its crew.
The crew of the Miss Sandy was safely rescued and no injuries were reported.
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Authorities tried dewatering the boat while towing it toward the harbor, but the flooding overwhelmed the vessel, ultimately sinking it.
Coast Guard officials say had the incident occurred further offshore or in worse weather conditions, the situation “could have been far more dire.”
“This mission highlights the lifesaving dedication of Coast Guard crews and the importance of preparation and safety gear in New England’s harsh winter waters,” the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Boston wrote in a social media post.
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