Sherrie McIntosh, 55, an auxiliary coast guard member working as a chef, was hoisted from the ship about 100 nautical miles west of Cape Scott off northern Vancouver Island.
“She suffered an apparent head injury,” said U.S. Coast Guard Lt. Donnie Brzuska. “[She] is an important member of our crew and we’re pleased she’s in good condition and recovering.”
The Joint Rescue Co-ordination Centre in Victoria was called about 9:15 p.m. Thursday and responded by sending both a Buffalo aircraft and Cormorant helicopter from 19 Wing Comox to the scene.
“We’re grateful for the support of our partners from the Royal Canadian Air Force,” Brzuska said.
