Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Furore-g

On June 18, 2022, at precisely 9:05 p.m., the fishing vessel 'Atika 2' found itself in perilous straits while navigating Quiberon Bay between Hoëdic and Dumet Island. The two crew members aboard were unable to determine their exact location, prompting an urgent call for assistance. Responding swiftly, the CROSS Etel coordinated a comprehensive search and rescue operation that involved a diverse array of nautical and aerial resources from both civil and military sectors, as communication with the boat was lost. As part of the rescue efforts, the Croizic SNSM station quickly went on alert, bolstered by personnel from the maritime gendarmerie. A total of five SNSM boats, along with the 'Furore G' vessel, were deployed to join the search. Additionally, the Piriac semaphore was activated to maintain a vigilant watch over the area. Aerial units, including the Civil Security Dragon 26 helicopter, began searching the waters for several hours. Early on June 19, at 2 a.m., as weather conditions improved, a Falcon 50 patrol aircraft took to the skies to aid in the search. In a dramatic turn of events in the early morning hours, the distressed boaters fired distress flares and successfully re-established VHF communication with emergency services. Their location was pinpointed within the Saint Nazaire wind farm area. The 'Furore G' quickly reached the scene to provide assistance, followed by an SNSM boat that safely transported the two individuals back to the port of Le Croisic. Upon arrival, local firefighters were on hand to ensure the well-being of the rescued boaters.