Coast Guard aircrew from Elizabeth City medevacs cruise passenger off Oregon Inlet
A cruise passenger was evacuated 32 miles off Oregon Inlet by Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City and taken to Norfolk hospital in stable condition.
The U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City medevaced a passenger from the Norwegian Bliss cruise ship about 32 miles off Oregon Inlet on Monday, according to WTKR.
The passenger was experiencing a medical emergency when the Coast Guard aircrew responded, WITN reported.
After evacuation, the passenger was transported to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and was reported to be in stable condition, WTKR said.
The rescue highlights the role of the Coast Guard in providing emergency medical assistance to vessels off the North Carolina coast, according to WITN.
The Coast Guard continues to monitor and assist maritime traffic in the area to ensure safety and timely medical response when needed.
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