Fairfield (Fairfield) Boat Accident - 5/20/06

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Date: 5-20

Time:17:57

Location: Long Island Sound Approx 1 Mile off shore from Penfield Beach

Frequency: 460.600

Units Operating: E1, E4, R1, Marine 6, Car 3

Description Of Incident: 519 Fairfield Beach road resident reports a capsized boat off shore approx 1 mile out. 1 Victim attempting to swim ashore, Caller has a visual on the person. Fairfield PD attempting to assemble their marine unit. Rescue 1 is launching Marine 6 from the South Benson Boat basin, to intercept the victim.

Engine 1 reports 1 capsized sail boat with a powerboat heading towards the area. Reports the victim is between the lighthouse and the beach.

Car 3 reports Bridgeport Harbor Master on scene along with possibly the US coast guard.

Car 3 reports victim has been picked up by USCG and is being taken back to the Bridgeport Harbor. All Fairfield units standing by and operating are to go in service 18:15

Writer: cas2383

Edited May 20, 2006 by cas2383