The Public Information Office reports the details of a Water Emergency that occurred on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 5:58 pm in Cold Spring Harbor.

According to Police, 911 received a call for an overturned sailboat in distress in the waters of Cold Spring Harbor. Nassau County Marine 7 responded and located the disabled 14’ sailboat. Bay Constables assisted the two occupants and safely transported them to Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park. The occupants were not injured and refused medical attention.  SeaTow towed the vessel back to the marina.

The Nassau County Police Department recommends that operators of personal watercraft always be cognizant of their navigational surroundings, when sunset is and to have all the proper safety equipment onboard.

Details by: PIO                                                                        07/03/24/2130/9849