The victim was observed adrift approximately 75 yards from his personal watercraft, wearing a PFD and waving/calling for help. As the victim was approached by boaters, he complained of difficulty breathing. He was assisted to the rear of the boat and grasped the ladder. The victim said "Thank you" and immediately lost consciousness and began to drift. The boaters secured the victim and attempted to get him into a dinghy while keeping his head above water. Off duty paramedics and firefighters performed CPR for at least 30 more minutes. He was pronounced dead shortly afterwards.
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