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From the FDNY Facebook page:
"On Tuesday night, Marine 4 responded to a mayday call over Marine VHF Channel 16 reporting a boat in distress near the Whitestone Bridge in the East River. The boat struck an object and was sinking.
Marine 4, operated by Firefighter Kelly Lyons, pulled up to three individuals clinging to the boat, one with a head injury. Firefighter Eric Kogan served as tether while Firefighter Tyler Hickey entered the water. Responding Lieutenant David Torres says Hickey made three separate trips despite a very strong current and brought each victim to safety. All were treated on board for shock, hypothermia, and injuries before being transferred to EMS at Fort Totten.
“We attended the summer boat program, a two-week, hands-on, and intense course that prepares us for every possible scenario,” said Lt. Torres of FDNY Marine 4. “Combined with our firefighting experience in high-stress situations where every second counts, we worked together, stayed in our lanes, and saved lives. It was incredible teamwork. I am very proud of these guys.”"
"On Tuesday night, Marine 4 responded to a mayday call over Marine VHF Channel 16 reporting a boat in distress near the Whitestone Bridge in the East River. The boat struck an object and was sinking.
Marine 4, operated by Firefighter Kelly Lyons, pulled up to three individuals clinging to the boat, one with a head injury. Firefighter Eric Kogan served as tether while Firefighter Tyler Hickey entered the water. Responding Lieutenant David Torres says Hickey made three separate trips despite a very strong current and brought each victim to safety. All were treated on board for shock, hypothermia, and injuries before being transferred to EMS at Fort Totten.
“We attended the summer boat program, a two-week, hands-on, and intense course that prepares us for every possible scenario,” said Lt. Torres of FDNY Marine 4. “Combined with our firefighting experience in high-stress situations where every second counts, we worked together, stayed in our lanes, and saved lives. It was incredible teamwork. I am very proud of these guys.”"
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