Dramatic sea rescue: Sailors in the North Sea saved with helicopters!

Dramatic sea rescue: Sailors in the North Sea saved with helicopters!

Eiderstedt, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland - Today it became known that three sailors in the North Sea had to be saved from a critical situation. Her nine-meter-long yacht was unable to maneuver near the Eiderstedt peninsula in Schleswig-Holstein. This situation occurred on Friday morning, about 20 kilometers west of Westerheversand, when damage at the helm made the yacht uncontrollable. The crew, consisting of a man and two women, quickly complained about the beginning of seasickness, which continued to worsen the situation. According to t-online.de put the strong wind and wave Challenge.

The “Ice bet” sea rescue cruiser initially tried to reach the sailors in need and to secure the yacht. But the high waves that reached up to two meters made it impossible. A second cruiser who was called to support could also not step in. As a result of the bad weather conditions, the health of the crew members worsened, who increasingly suffered from seasickness and urgently needed help.

rescue by the navy

After the situation on board deteriorated drastically, a rescue helicopter from the German Navy was requested. This could save the sailors with a winch. The crew was safely brought ashore while the yacht could be recovered later. The German Society for the Rescue of Shipwrecker (DGZRS) emphasizes that seasickness represents a serious source of danger that can lead to dehydration and electrolyte undersupply.

This event makes it clear that emergency situations can occur at sea at any time. Unforeseen problems such as underwater obstacles, material damage or sudden diseases represent considerable risks. Therefore, it is essential to prepare for such situations professionally. The website of the sea rescuers offers information on safety at sea, where those affected can also find support from donations. This organization is in use around the clock to help people in need, such as Seenotretter.de documented.