fmtuna Posted December 7, 2017 Report Share Posted December 7, 2017 Every waders nightmare apparently happened yesterday and I did not hear a word about it on the news.... usually hear of tragedies like this off the rocks in RI or someplace more perilous, but it is a harsh reminder that we all are still dealing with the ocean and it is always dangerous territory.Rest in Peace a brother angler's soul..... very sad.http://www.nj.com/morris/index.ssf/2...andy_hook.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdsnester Posted December 7, 2017 Report Share Posted December 7, 2017 Horrible and heartbreaking. That’s difficult to take in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianBM Posted December 7, 2017 Report Share Posted December 7, 2017 You're not safe from hypothermia just because you're taken out of the water, nor from unsustainable lung injuries just because they pumped some water out of the lungs. I doubt he was wearing a PFD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fmtuna Posted December 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 7, 2017 One report I read suggested his gear went in and he went chasing it. Area F.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Okuma Posted December 7, 2017 Report Share Posted December 7, 2017 R.I.P a sad tragedy. http://www.app.com/story/news/local/emergencies/2017/12/06/sandy-hook-water-rescue/926395001/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fmtuna Posted December 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 7, 2017 Just identified as Ron Moore, 69 yo, of Union NJ. Prayers for his family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mircopolo Posted December 7, 2017 Report Share Posted December 7, 2017 Been fishing that beach many times, one wrong step and you are in deep water. With waves that big...to late now. R.I.P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackdogfish Posted December 8, 2017 Report Share Posted December 8, 2017 4 hours ago, BrianBM said: You're not safe from hypothermia just because you're taken out of the water, nor from unsustainable lung injuries just because they pumped some water out of the lungs. I doubt he was wearing a PFD. If so, that's PFD. The Great Big Jig in the Sky...Shine on you crazy diamond jig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southcoastphil Posted December 8, 2017 Report Share Posted December 8, 2017 6 mins ago, blackdogfish said: If so, that's PFD. yep But how many times have all of us been on the rocks, the beaches, the jetties w/o a PFD? G.B.O.G.H. -- DT326 "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."--M. Mead Be safe, be smart, be kind.--Gary Crocker, Maine Humorist/Philosopher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skylands27 Posted December 8, 2017 Report Share Posted December 8, 2017 So sad. Always remember not to wade out to far and to watch the tide. As much as we don't want to admit it, a couple extra casting yards isn't worth your life. RIP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThirstyOwl III Posted December 8, 2017 Report Share Posted December 8, 2017 Horrible to hear. And right before Christmas. What a tragedy. RIP. (*member formerly known as 'ER31400') Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackdogfish Posted December 8, 2017 Report Share Posted December 8, 2017 1 hour ago, Southcoastphil said: yep But how many times have all of us been on the rocks, the beaches, the jetties w/o a PFD? If it's sporty out front and I'm alone...i wear one. Usually. Sometimes.... The Great Big Jig in the Sky...Shine on you crazy diamond jig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southcoastphil Posted December 8, 2017 Report Share Posted December 8, 2017 1 min ago, blackdogfish said: If it's sporty out front and I'm alone...i wear one. Usually. Sometimes.... Sadly, Joseph, I think that many of us are in the same boat. G.B.O.G.H. -- DT326 "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."--M. Mead Be safe, be smart, be kind.--Gary Crocker, Maine Humorist/Philosopher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ejd63 Posted December 8, 2017 Report Share Posted December 8, 2017 Very sad, gear can be replaced but your life can not...horrible tragedy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mircopolo Posted December 8, 2017 Report Share Posted December 8, 2017 3 mins ago, Ejd63 said: Very sad, gear can be replaced but your life can not...horrible tragedy I guess it’s only instinct, you drop something and then you try to grab it before thinking of consequences. Doesn't take a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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