Source: US Coast Guard (video statements)
Coast Guard crews from units across Hawaii joined forces to help a fisherman, far offshore of the Big Island, who had reportedly been experiencing abdominal pain and fever for 10 days in early May 2025.
On Wednesday, an HC-130 Hercules airplane crew dropped him antibiotics to provide some initial medical relief.
When the vessel came into range for support Friday, a Coast Guard helicopter crew hoisted the 68-year-old man and brought him safely to Hilo Medical Center.
This case illustrates the importance of training, coordination, communication, and the hard work our teams devote to every search and rescue case!