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I caught a headline on this a few days ago and didn't believe it...until now.
Whale Attack: The Sinking of a Fireboat to end Sail250 in New York Harbor
Sail 250 Highlights: A look back at the July 4th parade of sail, featuring vessels like the Coast Guard cutter Eagle and the Amerigo Vespucci.
The Incident: Details on how Carteret Fire Department’s Marine Unit 2 was struck and sunk by a surfacing whale while returning to base.
The Rescue: How a jet ski operator and a crew from the Perth Amboy Fire Department rushed in to save the firefighters from the water.
Supporting First Responders: A special shout-out to the volunteers of the Carteret Fire Department and how you can support their efforts to replace their lost marine unit.
Historical Context: A brief history of the Carteret Fire Department and their long legacy of service in New Jersey.
Whale Attack: The Sinking of a Fireboat to end Sail250 in New York Harbor
Sail 250 Highlights: A look back at the July 4th parade of sail, featuring vessels like the Coast Guard cutter Eagle and the Amerigo Vespucci. The Incident: Details on how Carteret Fire Department’s Marine Unit 2 was struck and sunk by a surfacing whale while returning to base. The Rescue: How a jet ski operator and a crew from the Perth Amboy Fire Department rushed in to save the firefighters from the water. Supporting First Responders: A special shout-out to the volunteers of the Carteret Fire Department and how you can support their efforts to replace their lost marine unit. Historical Context: A brief history of the Carteret Fire Department and their long legacy of service in New Jersey.
