District 7 Members,

On Monday, April 28th, at approximately 1149 hours, the crews of Auxiliary vessels 82090

and 84658, along with our telecommunications operators supporting Station Cortez,

answered the call during a life-threatening emergency in Sarasota Bay. While conducting

telecommunications operations and a two-boat QE patrol, they responded immediately to

a report of an unmanned vessel running uncontrolled, with a person observed struggling in

the water. Thanks to their rapid and coordinated efforts, the person-in-the-water was safely

rescued, provided with immediate first aid, and transferred for emergency medical care.

Their efforts also played a critical role in securing the scene and safeguarding recreational

boaters from further danger until law enforcement and Sea-Tow assets could bring the

situation under full control.