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Coast Guard Rescues Man and Dog from Stranded Sailboat

2/16/2026

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A Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter rescued a man and his dog after their 37-foot sailboat ran aground near Winyah Bay, South Carolina, following a distress call at 6:15 p.m. Friday.
The man and his dog were transported to Georgetown Airport without injuries.
Lieutenant Josh Hamilton of the Coast Guard stressed the importance of having a working VHF radio for emergencies.
The identities of the boater and dog remain undisclosed.

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Story summary

A Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter rescued a man and his dog after their 37-foot sailboat ran aground near Winyah Bay, South Carolina, following a distress call at 6:15 p.m. Friday.
The man and his dog were transported to Georgetown Airport without injuries.
Lieutenant Josh Hamilton of the Coast Guard stressed the importance of having a working VHF radio for emergencies.
The identities of the boater and dog remain undisclosed.