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Heroic deed on Norderney: Angler rescued from swirling danger!
An angler was rescued from a whirlpool off Norderney. Sea rescue workers were quickly on site and provided first aid.
Heroic deed on Norderney: Angler rescued from swirling danger!
On Saturday evening, a dramatic rescue maneuver took place off Norderney when an angler found himself in a dangerous situation. As the NWZonline According to reports, the man fell from a groyne into the water and was immediately caught in a whirlpool. Alarmed by the desperate signals the angler made with his fishing rod, the sea rescue control center of the German Society for the Rescue of Shipwrecked People (DGzRS) was quickly informed. The alarm sounded at 5:50 p.m. and just 15 minutes later the sea rescue cruiser “Eugen” entered the picture.
The crew was quickly on the scene and launched the shallow workboat “Hubertus”. Despite his vigorous efforts in the water, which lasted almost half an hour, the angler was unable to get ashore alone due to the suction. The help of the sea rescuers was crucial in freeing him from the threatening current that wanted to push him out to sea NDR reported additionally.
Mild temperatures, but acute danger
The water temperature at the time of use was around 19 degrees, which was bearable for a short time, but particularly dangerous in this situation. Despite wearing a neoprene jacket, the angler had already suffered from mild hypothermia. After initial medical treatment on board the sea rescue cruiser, he was finally able to go ashore in the port of Norderney, where he no longer needed any further help.
This incident once again illustrates how quickly a harmless fishing trip can turn into a dangerous situation. Christian Koprek-Bremer, an experienced sea rescuer, has experienced many such incidents in his more than 30-year career, which are often due to underestimating distances or overestimating one's own abilities. Many anglers occasionally rely only on their instincts instead of using technical aids such as compasses, as is also mentioned on the DGzRS website can be seen.
Saturday's event shows the important role that sea rescuers play in our coastal region. The warning from the German Life Saving Society, especially at swimming lakes, should be taken seriously by all water sports enthusiasts and anglers in order to avoid similar dangerous situations in the future.