Three members of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary local Flotilla 29 Lake Lanier were recognized last month for their July rescue efforts on the lake.
Those recognized with the Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Medal of Operational Merit include: (L-R) Michael Goetschl, Erik Amato, and Bruce Lindsey. Also pictured: USCG ENS Ryan Hector from Sector Charleston who presented the award.
The three men conducted a water rescue of an adult and two teens who became stranded after their PWC began sinking as nightfall approached. The group received the award during the annual Change of Watch meeting on December 7.
Photo: courtesy USCGA
