A Dramatic Day at Sarasota Boat Races: Capsized Catamaran
Sarasota, Florida’s boat races stirred up some unexpected action this Saturday when a capsized catamaran called for a quick response. A catamaran took a tumble and capsized, causing seven folks to take an unexpected swim. Fortunately, a quick-acting good Samaritan came to the rescue, reports from the U.S. Coast Guard confirmed.
Capsized Catamaran: Swift Rescue by Good Samaritan
The passengers of the capsized catamaran were incredibly lucky. This hero-on-the-spot was ready and willing to leap into action, preventing a difficult situation from turning disastrous.
Injury Reported After Catamaran Capsized
Despite the heroic rescue, not everything was smooth sailing. The marine fire unit from the Town of Longboat Key reported one casualty from the incident. As of now, the Coast Guard hasn’t provided any updates about the person’s condition.
Incident Amidst Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix
This incident unfolded on the kickoff day of the much-anticipated 39th annual Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix at Lido Beach. Despite the shaky start, the event continued as usual, marking another year of high-speed thrills – and this year, a capsized catamaran.
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