OCEAN CITY, Md.- After a boat sank during Day One of the White Marlin Open, another boat taking part in the competition came to its rescue.
According to White Marlin Open officials, "Knot Stressin" took on water off the Virginia coast. The coast guard helped rescue the five people on board, along with the boat "Fish Bone."
"Big thanks to the Fishbone [sic] who helped save the day for some anglers who had to abandon ship today 60 miles offshore!" a post on the White Marlin Open Facebook page reads. "Everyone is safe and we are thankful for their kindness!"
The "Fish Bone" team will get an extra day of fishing due to their heroic efforts.
All anglers on "Knot Stressin" are from Maryland, including one from Bishopville and one from Ocean City. There is no word yet on what led up to the boat sinking.
This is a developing story and we will be sure to update you as more information becomes available.
