coast guard rescue
Ocean emergency response
A coast guard rescue is a search-and-rescue operation conducted by a nation's coast guard, typically involving people in distress at sea—boaters in trouble, swimmers caught in currents, or crews of sinking vessels.
The term covers both the operation itself and media coverage of such events: The coast guard rescue made the evening news.
Coast guard rescues often involve helicopters, cutters, and coordination with other maritime agencies.
- lifeboatEmergency vessel for survivors
- helicopterRotary-wing aircraft
- maydayRadio emergency signal
- distress callUrgent plea for aid
- distressSevere anxiety or suffering
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- emergency responsefirst responders, emergency services, fire alarm, 911, call 911
- medical transportambulance, hearse, medevac, air ambulance, patient transport
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