Rescue at Sea
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Mr. Wysocki, the chief flying instructor and owner of Bald Hill-based business Hollywood Paragliding, had sprung into action prior to the lifeguards’ arrival.
“I’ve flown down and landed on the rocks, took my gear off and jumped in the water to try and keep the guy’s head above water,” he said.
The swift response was crucial, Mr. Wysocki said.
“The whole paraglider can fill up with about six tonnes of water, so it can pull you down under very quickly,” he said. “And if you have any lines caught around you, those lines are very, very strong; you can’t break them with your hands, you actually have to cut them off you.
“I just stayed there until the [lifeguards] arrived, and then they were able to get the lines off his legs and tow him back to the shore.”
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