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Crewman's head injury forces dangerous return to harbor
15 Aug
Summary
- A greenhorn fell from his bunk, hitting his head and suffering a gash.
- The Time Bandit navigated treacherous 15-foot swells to reach harbor.
- Other fishing vessels faced power loss and crew injuries.
On the August 14 episode of the Discovery series, a greenhorn crewmember, Ryan, sustained a significant head injury after falling from his bunk on the Time Bandit. Captain Johnathan Hillstrand immediately tended to the wound, but the potential for a concussion prompted a decision to return to port.
This return journey presented extreme danger due to severe weather. The Time Bandit had to navigate treacherous 15-foot swells entering St. George Harbor, a maneuver described as life-threatening due to the following seas threatening to push the vessel onto the rocky coastline.
Despite the perilous conditions, Captain Hillstrand successfully guided the Time Bandit into the harbor, safely delivering Ryan for medical treatment, where he was expected to receive stitches. The episode also highlighted other emergencies faced by the fleet, including power loss on the Cornelia Marie and injuries aboard the Northwestern.
