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Press Release | Dec. 12, 2024

PHOTO RELEASE: Coast Guard rescues 3 after boat capsizes near Savannah River jetties

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CHARLESTON, S.C. — A Coast Guard Station Tybee Island boat crew rescued three people, Thursday, after their 15-foot boat capsized near the entrance of the north Savannah River jetties.

A Station Tybee Island boat crew arrived on scene, rescued the three people from the jetties and safely transferred them to awaiting EMS at Station Tybee Island with no reported medical concerns. 

A Station Tybee Island watchstander received the report from a good Samaritan via cell phone at 11 a.m., that three people were standing on the jetties and in need of assistance. 

“Station Tybee Island boat crew did a great job today responding swiftly to the report and were able to recover all distressed persons” said Petty Officer 2nd Class Victoria Zeman, Coast Guard Sector Charleston watchstander. “Safety equipment is crucial in distress situations; it is important to ensure your vessel is appropriately equipped before heading out on the water.”

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