This is a very sad story and a serious wake up call.
My Father and I have been enjoying offshore fishing since we bought a boat 3 years ago. Every summer we get a little more confident and go offshore a little further. This summer we are planning on hitting some rigs around 50 miles out.
We frequently discuss a stranded situation and as of now our plan is radio and cell phone for a mayday call. This story confirms that those two are not sufficient. I will be purchasing an EPERB before snapper season starts.
Any other extra precautions that anyone takes?
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