WILMINGTON — The U.S. Coast Guard rescued a diver who surfaced with shortness of breath and dizziness Sunday approximately 35 miles southeast of Wilmington.
The 25-foot diving boat Under Pressure alerted North Carolina watchstanders to the situation and Air Station Elizabeth City personnel were dispatched.
An MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crew diverted to assist and arrived on scene. The diver was taken to Air Station Elizabeth City where awaiting EMS personnel transferred him to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia.
“With our helicopter crews close by, they were able to quickly respond and get this diver the medical aid he needed,” said Petty Officer 1st Class Jared F. Stanton, duty watchstander at Sector North Carolina. “When diving, we urge mariners to check their equipment is working properly and to ensure they have a means of contacting help.”
