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There is a designated channel for radio checks.... its channel 9, which handles all hailing and most commercial advisories. Radio check on 9, never 16 which is for emegency and CG use only.
The Capt. of that boat put jackets on all his passengers, but not himself, and it is against the CFR to allow a non-designated tow boat perform an emergency tow. The hook should have been dropped to stop the boat, or the other vessel was to stand thew boat off till proper help arrived. Sad instance, but totally avoidable.
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