esterday, December 22, 2023, a recreational boater lost engine power while crabbing in Tillamook Bay. Personnel from the Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office, Garibaldi Fire Rescue, Oregon State Police and United States Coast Guard responded to the area – as Tillamook 911 dispatchers helped coordinate the response.
“The boat had 6 people on board when it lost power,” said TCSO Deputy Billy Cloud. “But, before they could get their kicker motor started, the boat washed up on the rocks near Lyster’s corner. There were no injuries, and everyone was assisted safely from the boat.”
Marine Deputy Dennis Greiner later launched a TCSO Marine Patrol boat. “We came back around 5pm and launched from Garibaldi,” said Deputy Greiner. “Deputies Billy Cloud and Terrance Watters came along onboard to assist.”
“We got a bow line on the boat and we were able to successfully pull the vessel off the rocks, with the help of the swells. The boat was towed back to the marina and the awaiting trailer,” said Deputy Greiner.
“It was nice to be able to rescue the boat, before it accrued any more damage, or became a navigational hazard to other boaters,” added Deputy Cloud.
TCSO’s Marine Patrol is funded by the Oregon State Marine Board. TCSO Marine Deputy’s are Criminal Patrol Deputies that receive specialized training in emergency operation of motorized and non-motorized boats, water rescue, and the enforcement of marine and fishing laws. TCSO has current openings for Criminal and Corrections Deputies. Find out more about these exciting careers at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/tillamookor
