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1/2/2012
Brian Beckcom
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Two Fisherman's Lives Were Saved By Proper Safety Equipment

Two fishermen were saved by their safety equipment on board their boat “Lucky Dog” when the boat sank, leaving them drifting 170 miles offshore of Key West for nearly ten hours.

Curly Egan and Travis Niemi were aboard the 33-foot fishing boat when their anchor got caught. After putting it back on the stern to bring it up, it snatched back, causing waves to fill the stern with water.

Luckily, the two fishermen were experienced and thought very quickly. Their emergency equipment which was well prepared for them acted properly without a hitch.

They had enacted the Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacom (EPIRB) which saved their lives as the boat went to the bottom of the ocean. All the men had to do was wait for help to arrive.

The EPIRB was the only thing they had for distress. No mayday call was acted and there were no other boats close enough to see them.

Luckily they had a raft, otherwise they would have been floating for ten hours in their life jackets. The Coast Guard eventually picked them up and brought them to Fort Myers Beach.

When asked on advice for other fishermen on the water, Egan and Niemi said to stay calm and keep a level head. Don’t panic in case something happens and be sure to check your equipment before you set sail.

Unfortunately, boaters are constantly setting sail without proper safety equipment. Don’t let this be you!

If you or a loved one has been injured in a boating accident due to negligent safety protocols, contact the experienced attorneys at V&B for free information and a free consultation. Toll free: 888-473-1258.


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