USNS Richard E. Byrd Saves Nine in Gulf of Oman
Post date: 29.07.2014 , Views: 321
USNS Richard E. ByrdThe crew from Asaed requested assistance and Byrd was the first ship on scene.
Asaed crew members departed their vessel via the ships own lifeboat and manoeuvred to Byrd, where they were safely recovered.
There are no reports of casualties or injuries to personnel.
The Yemeni sailors are being further evaluated by Byrds medical team.
The Navy will coordinate the sailors transfer ashore.
Richard E. Byrd is currently on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.
Press Release, July 29, 2014