Hillsborough County Sheriff's Deputies Rescue Stranded Boaters and Dogs

Rescue Operation

• 🚤 Marine Enforcement Section deputies responded to a call regarding stranded boaters.
• ⚠️ The deputies reached the limit of their navigable area, requiring assistance from FWC coming from the south.
• 📍 The stranded individuals were located approximately 75 feet from the deputies' vessel, preferring to wait in the water.

Condition of Boaters and Pets

• ✅ Two people and two dogs were successfully rescued from a sunken boat.
• 🗣️ The stranded individuals confirmed they were all good and did not require immediate assistance from the initial responding unit.
• 🤝 The rescued individuals opted to wait in the water for the FWC boat to arrive rather than attempt to reach the deputies' boat.

Communication and Coordination

• 📞 Deputies maintained visual contact with the FWC vessel and provided updates on their location and the situation.
• 🗺️ Coordination between HCSO Marine Enforcement and FWC was crucial for the successful rescue.
• 👍 The rescued individuals expressed gratitude and confirmed their well-being to the deputies.