Drama in Warnemünde: Kitesurfer in Seenot - Police attracts rescuers!

Drama in Warnemünde: Kitesurfer in Seenot - Police attracts rescuers!

On September 28, 2024, the water protection police in Rostock was alerted: A 64-year-old Kitesurfer drove dangerously in the maritime channel before Warnemünde! With a strong northwestern wind and strong sea, hardly any chance for the athlete. He was caught in the linen of his kite and could not free himself.

A inflatable boat from the water protection police from the coastal strip boat "Warnow" reacted quickly. The rescuers hurried to help and were able to free the men from their predicament - luckily unharmed! His kite sail was also ensured. The kiteboard later he later independently resumed from the stone pack of the east mole. Shipping was never affected. A dramatic use that luckily went out!