Coast Guard's Heroic 24-Hour Search and Rescue Saves Florida Man at Sea

The US Coast Guard successfully rescued Charles Gregory, a missing boater, after he spent over 24 hours floating on his partially submerged boat off the coast of Florida. Gregory was found sitting in his boat by a Coast Guard airplane, and he was assisted to safety by a small raft. Despite severe sunburn, Gregory did not sustain any serious injuries. The Coast Guard emphasized the importance of boating safety and having proper safety gear on board.