F/V Caitlin & Mairead safe after taking on water, Coast Guard assists, towing to Montauk
On Wednesday night, the Coast Guard is towing a commercial fishing vessel back to Montauk that was taking on water about 30 miles south of Montauk Point. Petty Officer Alissa Flockerzi said the crew aboard Caitlin & Mairead reported the 65-foot boat was taking on water at about 2:25 p.m. At the time, the four-person crew had engaged pumps, which were keeping up with the water. The boat is registered to David Aripotch. more@easthamptonpatch 04:40
Coast Guard press release here 09:38
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