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Originally Posted by TiltonBB
Yes they do. I have their number in the memory in my cell phone (just in case) and I am sure they will answer it!  |
I tried calling marine patrol when I thought the people who were saving loons were in trouble. I was directed by their recording to call 911 which I did. It literally took over 10 minutes after being redirected a number of times to talk to a live person and explain what was going on. Had there been a real need for life saving care it never would of happened!
If I had an emergency on the water I would first try and reach a fellow boater / fishermen on VHF channel 12 who would respond and react instantly while dialing 911 at the same time. While I realize 16 is the proper channel to hail, the fact is not everyone monitors that channel…yes I know you’re supposed to but the fact is many don’t. To put it bluntly, calling 911 sucks in an on water emergency and Marine Patrol only answers the phone during their normal working hours...
Dan