Emergency services from Gosport rush to save jet skier who suffered 'serious head injury' near Isle of Wight
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Lifeboat crews responded within 15 minutes of being called
A jet skier who suffered a “serious head injury” has been saved by lifeboat crews.
Emergency personnel were deployed quickly after the individual got into difficulties in the water on Sunday (August 9). Lifeboat crews from the Gosport and Fareham Inshore Rescue Service (GAFIRS) rushed to the scene alongside medical personnel, bringing them to safety.
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A social media statement said: “Gosport Lifeboat was tasked to a jet skier off the Isle of Wight with a serious head injury. He was recovered to the lifeboat, treated for his injuries and transported back to Gosport Lifeboat Station at Stokes Bay.
“There he was given further care by the crew and handed over to South Central Ambulance Service and Hillhead Coastguard Rescue Teams for further treatment. The crew were on station, launched and with the casualty within 15 minutes of the 999 call.”
GAFIRS volunteer crews have had 64 callouts this year.