RedactedNarrative: Coast Guard rescues 5 off Laie
  5-11-15 – Honolulu, HI
  
  The Coast Guard rescued one aboard a disabled sailboat near Laie. On Monday night, watch-standers at Sector Honolulu received an alert from a 72-year-old distressed mariner reporting that his boat was disabled. The Coast Guard sent their boat crew from Station Honolulu, which arrived on scene at 1:45 a.m. While attempting to take the sailboat in tow, their boat also became disabled, forcing the crew to deploy their anchor and to call for assistance. Weather conditions at the time were 10-foot seas, 35 mph winds. The Coast Guard sent their helicopter crew from Air Station Barber's Point along with a rescue boat and helicopter from the Honolulu Fire Department. Red Cross disaster volunteers are assisting the survivors to ensure that all immediate emergency needs are met, including food, shelter and clothing. Caseworkers will also ensure that anyone affected will receive a follow-up of referrals, guidance or additional assistance in the coming weeks to help with the recovery process. The cause of the incident is currently under investigation. The Coast Guard wants to remind the public that having life-saving equipment like life jackets, flares and an EPIRB can make a critical difference in reducing risk should the unexpected occur.
  
  
  The Coast Guard Cutter Ahi is working to tow the disabled 45-foot medium response boat. The environmental response team from the Coast Guard is also on scene. They are looking for any possible oil impact or debris that may be associated with the sailboat that is believed to have broken apart and sunk at sea. 
  
   