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Coast Guard Evaucates Man From Cruise Ship Near Cape Hatteras

The US Coast Guard evacuated a sick man from a cruise ship situated approximately 70 miles (112 kilometers) south of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 9. The Coast Guard received the request from the cruise ship Carnival Pride at approximately 3 pm local time. The 47-year-old passenger was hoisted aboard an MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter and transported to Carteret General Hospital in Morehead City, North Carolina. Credit: US Defense Video & Imagery Distribution System