Cma-Cgm-Alcazar Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

On April 9, 2019, the U.S. Coast Guard performed a critical medevac operation for a crewmember aboard the CMA CGM Alcazar, a prominent container vessel operating near Galveston, Texas. The alert was raised by the ship's crew, prompting the attention of watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston. Upon assessing the situation, the duty flight surgeon recommended immediate medical evacuation to ensure the crew member received the necessary care. A swift response ensued, with the Coast Guard Station Galveston deploying a 45-foot Response Boat-Medium to the scene. The injured crew member was successfully transported and handed over to emergency medical services personnel waiting at the Coast Guard Station in Galveston. For further details, you can view the official report with accompanying visuals here: https://coastguardnews.com/coast-guard-medevacs-crewmember-from-container-ship-near-galveston/2019/04/09/