81-Year-Old Passenger Saved by US Coast Guard in Dramatic Rescue with Open Fracture on Cruise Ship! In a dramatic rescue operation, an 81-year-old passenger was saved by the US Coast Guard after suffering an open fracture on a cruise ship. The incident occurred when the ship was approximately many miles off the coast. The US Coast Guard received a distress call from the cruise ship reporting a medical emergency. The elderly passenger had fallen and sustained an open fracture, which required immediate medical attention. Due to the seriousness of the situation and the remote location of the ship, the Coast Guard quickly launched a rescue operation. A Coast Guard cutter was dispatched to the cruise ship's location, and a rescue swimmer was lowered down to the vessel. The swimmer assessed the passenger's condition and determined that he needed to be airlifted for urgent medical treatment. A Coast Guard helicopter was then deployed to perform the hoist operation. Despite challenging weather conditions, the skilled crew managed to lower a rescue basket and safely lift the injured passenger aboard the helicopter. The rescue operation was executed with precision and efficiency. Once aboard the helicopter, the passenger was provided with immediate medical care by the onboard paramedic. The helicopter then flew to the nearest hospital where the patient could receive the necessary treatment for his open fracture. Thanks to the swift response and professionalism of the US Coast Guard, the 81-year-old passenger was successfully rescued and received the medical attention he urgently needed. The dedication and skill of the Coast Guard crew undoubtedly saved his life and ensured his well-being. #uscoastguard #hollandamerica #newamsterdam #openfracture #ankleinjury #sectorsanjuan #jayhawkhelicopter #rescue #emergency #thankful #cruiselaw #cruises #cruisetok