Independent TV

Showing now | US News

US: Dramatic Coast Guard Rescue Saves Swimmer Amidst Hurricane Helene's Aftermath

00:34

Sailor saved by Coast Guard as boat falls victim to Hurricane Helene aftermath

The US Coast Guard from Air Station Clearwater have shared dramatic footage from the moment they rescued a man, whose 32-foot sailboat had broken down in the choppy aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

The sailor, who was found near the City of Gulfport Municipal Marina, had tried to swim ashore, but become trapped in the unforgiving waters caused by the category 4 storm.

He was hoisted up by a MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter as the waves crashed below, but managed to sustain no injuries.

Up next

Thank you for registering

Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in