Sailboat rescue, live from Grandeur

[Pumbaamd]

About two hours ago the captain announced that we were asked by the Coast Guard to help a sail boat that was in trouble. We turned completely around and after an hour's sail, we have the boat tied up along side of us. Not sure what will happen next. The 20 ft. or so boat is in very bad shape. May have been thru a storm last night. Looks like we are now about 250 miles east of Norfolk. We most likely will be late arriving in Baltimore tomorrow. Will keep you posted after we get official news.

Rick and Deirdra

[cincicruisers]

Thanks for the info. Keep us posted if you're u can.

[dwdwnurse]

Thanks for letting us know. We are sailing on the Grandeur tomorrow!

[Pumbaamd]

The sailboat has shoved off after receiving fuel from us. It looks in very bad shape, but evidently worthy of sailing. His sails have been completely destroyed.The Captain just made an announcement that he expects us to arrive tomorrow by 8a.m.

Rick and Deirdra

[Biker19]

Whose seapass card was the fuel charged to?

[Ocean Dancer]

A father and his three children are missing off the west coast of Florida near Fort Myers. This was just on the news.........when I clicked on your post, I thought it was them.

 

Prayers to everyone.

[dwdwnurse]

The sailboat has shoved off after receiving fuel from us. It looks in very bad shape, but evidently worthy of sailing. His sails have been completely destroyed.The Captain just made an announcement that he expects us to arrive tomorrow by 8a.m.

Rick and Deirdra

 

Thanks for letting me know. Hopefully, the sailboat will make it back okay and our ship will be ready for boarding not too late.

 

If you have a chance, could you please post any updates or what time you've docked tomorrow?

 

Thanks!

[Aboat1]

A father and his three children are missing off the west coast of Florida near Fort Myers. This was just on the news.........when I clicked on your post, I thought it was them.

 

Prayers to everyone.

 

It has been reported on the local news that they have found one body. But...we also have a missing swimmer for the week end. Still holding out hope for a safe rescue.

 

Keep the prayers coming.

[Pumbaamd]

6a.m. here now. Approaching Annapolis Bay Bridge in rain/fog. "First Off" this morning scheduled for 8:30. Plan accordingly and have a great time on Grandeur!

Rick and Deirdra

[dwdwnurse]

Thanks so much for the update. Sounds like the Captain made good time. We're on the road and should be there in about 3.5 hours :) Hope you've had a great cruise!

[Bobby2Dogs]

We are overnight in D.C. now. Planning on leaving here around 11:00. Please let us know how boarding is going.

[Philly Steve]

6a.m. here now. Approaching Annapolis Bay Bridge in rain/fog. "First Off" this morning scheduled for 8:30. Plan accordingly and have a great time on Grandeur!

Rick and Deirdra

 

Hi Rick and Deirdra. What a memorable cruise you had! Looking forward to hearing more on our Roll Call. Welcome home! :)

[Pumbaamd]

Steve,

Very sorry to say but we had to cancel that cruise. Work schedule for spring 2017 is out and we can't make it work.

Rick and Deirdra

[PCWalton1]

in 2014 on Rhapsody in route to Hawaii we did the same thing. Gave fuel, water and food to a sailboat crew that had broken their mast. This was midway between Hawaii and the mainland.

 

[counsdr]

Hoping everyone is safe!

Happy cruising to all aboard!

[vaeyedoc]

Sailboat tied alongside

[Pumbaamd]

One last parting thought on this incident. A Coast Guard C-130 Hercules was orbiting above during this whole process. They kept in contact with the sail boat and Grandeur continuously. After all was well, and the sail boat shoved off with fuel and provisions, the C-130 did a 250 (+-) ft. fly over of Grandeur, thanking her for her help and response to the scene.

And, USCG, thanks to you for all you do.

Rick and Deirdra

[Pumbaamd]

Here's a better shot of the damaged sail boat . . .

Edited June 25, 2016 by Pumbaamd

[Pumbaamd]

And on a better note, here's a neat pic of going under the Bay Bridge near Annapolis, Maryland.

Edited June 25, 2016 by Pumbaamd