Ep 6. Out on a Limb
- TV-G
- August 28, 2013
- 42 min
In Coast Guard Alaska season 3 episode 6, titled "Out on a Limb," viewers will be taken on a thrilling ride as the brave guardians of the Alaskan coast traverse treacherous terrains and icy waters to protect and serve the people of the state.
The episode begins with the team receiving a distress call from a stranded hiker who is stuck on a precarious ledge on a mountain in the Chugach Range. The team's MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter is quickly dispatched to the location, and the crew must navigate through narrow canyons and unpredictable winds to locate the hiker.
After locating the hiker, known as Fox, the crew must carefully lower a rescue swimmer down to the ledge. The rescue swimmer, armed with a harness and other essential tools, must use his expertise to secure Fox and bring him back up to the helicopter. The stakes are high, and the rescue team must work quickly and efficiently to ensure that Fox is safely reunited with his family.
In addition to the dramatic rescue mission, viewers will also witness the routine patrols and maintenance tasks that are an integral part of the Coast Guard's duties. One such task involves the team's MH-65 Dolphin helicopter, which needs a new tail rotor. The team must work together to replace the rotor and get the helicopter back in the air as quickly as possible.
Another mission involves a distress call from a fishing vessel that has run aground in the treacherous waters of Glacier Bay. The crew must navigate through thick ice and shallow waters to reach the stranded vessel and assess the situation. With the help of the Coast Guard team, the crew of the fishing vessel is able to safely evacuate and salvage their boat.
Throughout the episode, viewers will see the Coast Guard's dedication to serving and protecting the people of Alaska. From high-altitude rescues to routine patrols, the team remains vigilant and ready to respond to any emergency situation.
"Out on a Limb" is a thrilling and heartwarming episode that showcases the bravery and skill of the Coast Guard Alaska team as they work to keep the people of Alaska safe.
