Coast Guard Rescues Man from Drowning at Longfeng Fishing Port with Remote-Controlled Lifebuoy

A dramatic rescue unfolded at Longfeng Fishing Port in Miaoli County, Taiwan, on July 6th, when a 24-year-old man found himself in distress in the water near the Lovers' Bridge. The Coast Guard's Third Coastal Patrol and Defense Brigade, stationed at the Longfeng Anjian Station, responded swiftly to a distress call received around 5:08 PM.

Utilizing a remote-controlled powered lifebuoy, Coast Guard personnel were able to reach the struggling man, who was reportedly submerged in water up to his shoulders. Other personnel then entered the water to assist in towing the man back to shore. The man, identified by the surname Chen, was conscious upon rescue and was subsequently transported to the Zhunan branch of the Miaoli County Fire Bureau for medical attention.

According to the Third Coastal Patrol and Defense Brigade, Chen was with two friends at the time of the incident. With the summer season seeing an increase in water recreational activities, the Coast Guard urged the public to remain vigilant about weather and sea conditions. They also reminded citizens to call the 118 free service hotline in case of emergencies and to utilize the "Go Ocean" marine information platform app for safety.