Thousands of miles away fisherman accidentally picked up his fishing rod and was washed away by the waves! Coast Guard members perform risky rescue missions in the reef area

Officers from the Second Coast Patrol Team of the Coast Guard used torpedo buoys to rescue fishermen who fell into the sea in the reef area. (Photo by reporter Wu Shengru)

The Second Coast Patrol Team of the Coast Guard received a report stating that a fisherman accidentally slipped and fell into the sea while picking up a fishing rod at the water inlet of the No. 2 Nuclear Plant in Wanli District, New Taipei City, and was immediately carried away from the shore by strong waves. The personnel of the Yehliu Security Inspection Station immediately rushed to the scene for rescue, carried the torpedo buoy into the water for rescue, braved the waves to approach the people who fell into the sea, and worked together to bring them back to the shore to save their lives.

The on-site commander considered the distribution of reefs and walrus conditions, assessed the risk of running a lifeboat on the rocks and capsizing, and decided to have coast patrol personnel with professional life-saving capabilities carry rescue equipment into the water for rescue.

The rescuers overcame the strong waves and carried torpedo buoys to get close to the people who fell into the sea. As the waves continued to hit the rocks, they helped the people avoid the rocks and gradually move to a safe location. During the rescue process, considering that the waves might push the angler to the rocks, the rescuers helped him wear a safety helmet to reduce the risk of head collision injuries, and then assisted him in moving and successfully rescued him back to the shore. After being rescued, the angler was conscious, had no obvious trauma, and did not need medical treatment.

The Second Coast Patrol reminds that some of the coastal reefs on the north coast have rugged terrain and rapid changes in wind, waves and tides. When engaging in rock fishing or shore activities, the public should pay attention to weather conditions and wear appropriate life-saving equipment. If you encounter a maritime accident or find someone in distress, please call the 118 Coast Guard reporting hotline immediately to facilitate immediate dispatch of rescue. Please call the "118" Coast Guard reporting hotline as soon as possible so that the Coast Guard can dispatch crews and boats for immediate rescue.