Three boaters have been rescued by the FDNY as their yacht took on water close to the Whitestone Bridge within the East River Tuesday, officers stated.
The boat apparently struck an object and commenced to sink, main the boaters to situation a “mayday” name over their marine radio, the FDNY stated. When a marine unit pulled as much as the yacht, the three individuals on board have been clinging to the boat because it was going beneath the murky water.
The boaters have been rescued one by one and have been handled for shock, hypothermia and accidents, the FDNY stated.
“We attended the summer boat program, a two-week, hands-on, and intense course that prepares us for every possible scenario,” stated FDNY Lt. David Torres. “Combined with our firefighting experience in high-stress situations where every second counts, we worked together, stayed in our lanes, and saved lives. It was incredible teamwork. I am very proud of these guys.”
