Hurricane Hunter Plane Diverted for Search and Rescue Mission
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  • Writer's pictureKyle Sooley-Brookings

Hurricane Hunter Plane Diverted for Search and Rescue Mission


A NOAA Hurricane Hunter aircraft that was heading to investigate Hurricane Lorenzo was diverted to conduct a rescue mission on Friday.


A tug supply vessel the Bourbon Rhode got dangerously close to the storm and was in distress.


The tug was carrying a crew of 14.


Water was making its way into the stern of the boat.


An update on the crew and vessel will be provided as information becomes available.


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