Two teenage brothers from Maine, Colin and Wyatt Yager, shared footage on social media of a whale breaching and causing a small boat off New Hampshire to capsize. The video has gone viral, with one clip garnering over four million views and hundreds of comments. The brothers quickly rescued the fishermen thrown overboard after the incident near Odiorne Point in Rye, New Hampshire, with no injuries reported to either the men or the whale. The Coast Guard was notified of the capsized vessel, and the fishermen were eventually transported to safety.
The men were in the water for less than two minutes before being rescued by the Yager brothers, who acted swiftly to assist. The incident sparked reactions and memes on the internet, with many impressed by Colin Yager’s quick instincts and readiness to escape the situation. The whale was not attacking but breached under a school of baitfish next to the boat, causing the unexpected collision.
Overall, the event was described as emotional for the fishermen involved, but they expressed gratitude for the quick response of the Yager brothers. The video of the whale breaching and causing the boat to capsize has gained widespread attention online, with many highlighting the unexpected nature of the incident and the impressive response of those involved.
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