The US Coast Guard assisted five people Saturday, May 11 after their 21-foot boat lost electrical power 22 miles east of Hatteras Inlet in North Carolina.
A relative who was listed in their registered beacon details confirmed that the owner was on a fishing trip that day.
A nearby Good Samaritan communicated to rescuers that they had lost power and were unable to communicate.
“EPIRBs are a powerful safety tool, especially when used in conjunction with lifejackets and a communication device.”
“This case illustrates how EPIRBs can expedite a case so rescuers can reach those in need faster and more accurately.”