Indian Coast Guard Rescues Critically Ill Mariner Amidst Harsh Seas in Mid-Sea Evacuation

His deteriorating condition necessitated immediate medical attention, prompting a call for help from the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre in Mumbai.

The vessel was located 110 nautical miles away from Kochi when the Indian Coast Guard received the distress call.

Upon reaching the foreign vessel, the rescue team encountered difficulties in safely transferring the patient due to his condition.

ICGS C-427 conducted a daring evacuation amidst the rough seas, stabilizing the patient en route to Vizhinjam harbour.

The patient was rushed to NIMS Hospital, Neyyattinkara, for further medical attention