Army Rangers: " We Followed It Into The Forest In Alaska Before It Went Wrong"
Just now, Special Ops captured "Bigfoot" deep in the Alaskan forest! They were skiing through thick snow, weighed down by heavy packs filled with survival gear, just trying to stay unseen and handle the tough wilderness. Led by the keen-eyed Miles, they strayed off their planned path, driven by the hope of discovering a new way through the dense forest. What horrors lurk in these silent, snowy woods, far from any help? Join us to expose what shocking secrets are hidden deep in the forest.
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Just now, Special Ops captured "Bigfoot" deep in the Alaskan forest! They were skiing through thick snow, weighed down by heavy packs filled with survival gear, just trying to stay unseen and handle the tough wilderness. Led by the keen-eyed Miles, they strayed off their planned path, driven by the hope of discovering a new way through the dense forest. What horrors lurk in these silent, snowy woods, far from any help? Join us to expose what shocking secrets are hidden deep in the forest.
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00:00For decades, researchers have been trying to communicate with Bigfoot.
00:04But have you ever wondered who he is trying to communicate with?
00:08Breaking news out of Texas, Bigfoot is real!
00:11Just now, Special Ops captured Bigfoot deep in the Alaskan forest.
00:15They were skiing through thick snow weighed down by heavy packs filled with survival gear
00:20just trying to stay unseen and handle the tough wilderness.
00:23Led by the keen-eyed miles, they strayed off their planned path,
00:27driven by the hope of discovering a new way through the dense forest.
00:31What horrors lurk in these silent, snowy woods far from any help?
00:35Join us to expose what shocking secrets are hidden deep in the forest.
00:39Survival and mystery in Alaska's wilderness.
00:43Desperate to understand more, the explorers decided to see how these large steps
00:47compare to what a person could do in the same conditions.
00:50One of the soldiers took off his snowshoes and tried to mimic the stride.
00:54Despite his best efforts, he sank into the snows up to his knees with each step,
00:59barely covering a foot and a half.
01:01This was a big difference compared to the five-foot strides of the mysterious prince.
01:06They carefully studied the footprints, noticing how clear the edges were
01:10and how the snow around them was undisturbed, with no signs of dragging or disruption.
01:15This strange observation made them think deeply as they continued their trek
01:20through the silent, snow-covered wilderness.
01:23The sergeant, who was a particularly sharp leader, told the group to record their findings in detail.
01:29He knew that this detailed report could be important for understanding the unusual things
01:33they were encountering in this remote, snowy place.
01:37As they moved on, the quiet forest seemed to grow even quieter,
01:41the snow crunching softly under their feet, adding to the mysterious feeling of their journey.
01:46But this wasn't the most puzzling part. The forest seemed to be hiding more secrets, waiting just ahead.
01:52The tracks led them over mountain ridges, under thick trees, and through wet, swampy areas.
01:57It was clear that the creature knew how to move quietly and stay hidden,
02:01almost like it was using techniques similar to those of trained soldiers.
02:05As the day turned into night and the temperature dropped, the team set up camp.
02:11They heated up their pre-packaged meals and unrolled their sleeping bags under the stars.
02:16But their calm evening didn't last long.
02:18In the early morning, Miles woke up to a strange noise that began like a wolf's howl,
02:23but quickly turned into a loud, echoing roar.
02:26He could hear something big moving through the forest, getting closer to their camp, and then suddenly stopping.
02:32Everything went quiet for a moment, except for the sound of something pacing around breaking branches and rustling leaves.
02:39The rest of the team woke up, alarmed by the unsettling sounds.
02:43After a few tense minutes, the noises stopped, only to be followed by a chilling mix of a howl, roar, and scream
02:50that cut through the night and sent shivers down everyone's spine.
02:54They quickly turned on their flashlights, scanning the darkness, trying to catch a glimpse of whatever was out there.
03:00A strange noise in the dark forest leads to a startling find.
03:04A night in the forest.
03:06They were out there scanning the area, but they didn't see anything.
03:09They had no weapons, this was just a practice drill, not a real battle, so they felt vulnerable and exposed.
03:15Miles decided they would pack up and leave as soon as the sun came up.
03:19But before dawn, a sudden noise startled them.
03:22A tree was being forcefully knocked down.
03:25They noticed some movement high up in the trees, and then heard the loud crack as the tree broke and fell.
03:31Quickly, they gathered their gear.
03:34As they were about to leave, Miles and another soldier came across more large footprints
03:38in an area that seemed to be frequently visited by whatever was out there.
03:42Nearby, they found a massive pine tree, about 12 inches thick and 35 feet tall, that had been cleanly snapped in half.
03:50As they made their way out at sunrise,
03:52Miles couldn't shake the feeling that this was just the beginning of something bigger.
03:56They chose to keep what they had seen to themselves to avoid any trouble or disbelief from others.
04:01Everyone agreed it was best to stay quiet about it.
04:04Yet Miles kept wondering what might have happened if they had followed those tracks further.
04:09Later, during a chat with Anthony, his neighbor from northeastern Washington,
04:12the topic of the Fairchild Air Force Base Survival School came up.
04:16The school hands out topographical maps filled with survival tips, including a section on dangerous wildlife.
04:23Interestingly, this section even had an illustration of a Sasquatch.
04:28This small nod from an official source made Miles feel a bit more at ease about their decision to keep the incident under wraps.
04:35He often thought about the large creature they had followed.
04:38Could it have really been a Sasquatch?
04:40This question lingered in his mind, especially since the government-issued maps seemed to suggest the possibility of such beings.
04:47The Sasquatch, also known as Bigfoot, is believed by some to live in the forests of North America,
04:52particularly in the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada.
04:56The word Sasquatch comes from Sasquatch, a term from the Censales community meaning wild man or hairy man.
05:03For many indigenous cultures across North America, this creature is more than just a myth.
05:08It's an important part of their traditions.
05:10They see it as a protector of the forests, able to move between our world and the spiritual one.
05:15But this wasn't the most surprising part.
05:18Discussions about this mysterious creature started gaining attention during the early exploration of North America's wilderness.
05:26Reports of Sasquatch sightings in North America go back to the late 1800s.
05:31One of the earliest recorded mentions was in an 1884 issue of Victoria's British Colonist newspaper.
05:38It talked about the capture of a strange creature near Yale, British Columbia.
05:42This creature, called Jacko, looked like a mix between a human and an animal.
05:47It had a strong resemblance to a gorilla and was covered in thick black fur.
05:52Even though people still argue about whether Sasquatch is real, this story caught the attention and curiosity of many.
05:58As the years went by and into the 1900s, more stories of similar creatures started to appear.
06:04For example, in 1924, a group of miners near Mount St. Helens claimed they were attacked by large apes.
06:10These events got a lot of media coverage and made the public even more interested.
06:15By the 1950s, the name Bigfoot started to be used.
06:19Loggers in California found large footprints near Bluff Creek.
06:22And a 1958 newspaper article that focused on these mysterious tracks helped popularize the name.
06:29As doubts rise, the stories of old demand a closer look.
06:33The Strange Quest for Sasquatch
06:35But despite all the sightings and stories over the years, solid proof of Sasquatch's existence is still missing.
06:42People who say they've seen it often describe a tall, two-legged figure covered in dark fur, standing between 6 to 15 feet tall.
06:50They also mention a bad smell and sometimes glowing eyes.
06:54Large footprints, up to 24 inches long and 8 inches wide, have been found, though some of these were later proven to be fake.
07:02One well-known piece of supposed evidence is the Patterson-Gimlin film from 1967, which shows what looks like a large, hairy creature walking through the woods in Bluff Creek, California.
07:14Some people believe the footage is real, while others think it's just someone in a costume.
07:19But that's not the only surprising part.
07:22Sasquatch has become a big part of popular culture.
07:25It has inspired many books, movies, and TV shows.
07:28For instance, the 1987 film Harry and the Hendersons shows Sasquatch as a friendly giant who becomes part of a human family, offering a kind-hearted view of what is usually seen as a scary creature.
07:41Sasquatch also has an important place in various Native American traditions.
07:46The Sisayel's community, for example, sees a Sasquatch sighting as a sign that you're in the right place at the right time.
07:52Meanwhile, the Haida tell the story of Gageshid, a mythical figure similar to Sasquatch, which plays a role in their cultural stories.
08:00But these cultural connections and stories aren't even the most puzzling part.
08:04A man transforms into a mystical creature after getting lost in the woods.
08:10The Coast Salish people have stories about Temeckis, mysterious beings that wander the forest at night.
08:17Even though there's no scientific proof, the tale of Sasquatch endures, supported by many personal stories and its deep cultural significance.
08:26Some researchers think Sasquatch might be a descendant of a large ancient ape that traveled from Asia to North America a long time ago.
08:33However, there's no fossil evidence to back this up.
08:37Sasquatch represents the mysteries that still captivate us.
08:41Groups like the Bigfoot Field researchers' organization are dedicated to finding proof and collecting stories.
08:47But despite all this, some people remain doubtful.
08:50They believe that sightings are just animals being mistaken for something else or that the stories are entirely made up.
08:57Still, the legend of Sasquatch continues to be a fascinating part of North American folklore.
09:02Anthony's stories shared with Miles have only deepened his curiosity, drawing him further into this world of wonder and questions.
09:10The Sitzales, also known as the Chihalis First Nation, are part of the Coast Salish community living in the lower mainland of British Columbia, Canada.
09:19Their name, Sitzales, meaning the beating heart in their Halkimilem language, reflects their deep connection to their land and culture.
09:27The Sitzales have a rich history full of traditions and stories.
09:31One of their oldest tales is about an Indian doctor named Shay, who lived near Harrison Lake.
09:36He fought against a powerful being named Shah.
09:39After defeating Shay, Shah threw his heart toward the rivers.
09:43The place where it landed beat like a heart, giving their area its name.
09:47But this isn't the only part of their story.
09:50The Sitzales are also known for keeping their traditions alive through storytelling, fishing, and ceremonies.
09:56They work hard to preserve their language, Halkimilem, by using it every day, teaching it in schools, and incorporating it into their governance.
10:05They manage their community according to their traditional laws and strongly believe in self-governance.
10:12The Sitzales community shows their strength through their traditions.
10:16Sitzales' path towards reconciliation
10:19The Sitzales community has several groups that focus on different important areas, like law, taking care of the environment, and managing natural resources.
10:28The community's leaders, including the chief and the council, work hard to make sure that the Sitzales' rights and land claims are respected.
10:36A big achievement for them was reaching a reconciliation agreement with the government of British Columbia.
10:42This agreement helps them reach their goals in many areas, including protecting the environment.
10:47As part of the agreement, the Sitzales received 167 hectares of land along the Chehalis River, financial support for self-governance,
10:55and resources to develop tourism, recreation, and environmental projects.
11:00This agreement is an important step in building a more cooperative relationship with the provincial government.
11:06Education is very important to the Sitzales.
11:09They run a school where children learn standard subjects along with traditional skills like basket weaving, fishing, and wood carving.
11:17These lessons are key to keeping their culture alive and passing it on to the younger generation.
11:22The community also encourages higher education and training for its members.
11:27Taking care of the environment is a major focus for the Sitzales.
11:31They use their traditional knowledge in modern ways to manage forest gardens and other natural resources.
11:37This shows their deep connection to the land and their commitment to living sustainably.
11:42But this is only part of their story.
11:44In health and social services, the Sitzales have made great strides.
11:48They established the Telmex-Waltex W Healing Center, which provides a variety of health and wellness programs.
11:55They also have plans to build a primary health care facility with support from the province.
12:00Cultural tours and events play a big role in the Sitzales community as well.
12:05Through these activities, they share their history, customs, and the beautiful landscapes of their lands with others.
12:12These events are crucial for keeping their traditions alive and strong within and beyond their community.
12:18But the challenges and efforts of the Sitzales community don't end here.
12:23The Sitzales community has faced many challenges and has worked hard to defend their rights over the years.
12:29They have been involved in legal battles and discussions to protect their land and cultural identity.
12:34A recent reconciliation agreement shows their ongoing efforts and offers a hopeful path forward.
12:41This community represents strength, cultural identity, and a deep connection to their ancestral lands.
12:47They honor their heritage while also looking for ways to grow and move forward.
12:52They manage their own affairs, focus on education, and are committed to protecting the environment, creating a future that respects their traditions and strives for independence and well-being.
13:04But there's more to their story, and it shows how they handle different aspects of life while staying true to their roots.
13:11For example, in Indonesia, there's the Orang Pendek, a smaller but strong ape-like creature that lives in Sumatra's dense forests.
13:18The name Orang Pendek means short person in Indonesian.
13:23Unlike Bigfoot, it is only three to five feet tall, but is known for its incredible strength.
13:28Both locals and some researchers claim to have seen it.
13:32Many expeditions have gone into the jungle to find solid proof of the Orang Pendek.
13:37But so far, only footprints and handprints have been found.
13:40In Brazil, the Amazon rainforest is home to the legend of the Mapinguari.
13:44This creature is famous for its bad smell and loud screams.
13:48Descriptions of the Mapinguari's appearance are quite different.
13:52Some say it looks like a giant sloth, while others compare it to an ape.
13:56Some stories even describe it as having a mouth on its belly or a single eye on its forehead.
14:02But these wild descriptions haven't stopped reports of sightings keeping the legend alive in local folklore.
14:09And yet the mystery deepens as more people come forward with their stories.
14:14From Australia to the Himalayas, tales of mysterious creatures stir curiosity.
14:19Australia's Yowie and other hidden giants.
14:22In Australia, there's a creature similar to Bigfoot called the Yowie.
14:26It's a part of Aboriginal folklore and is said to stand between 6 and 12 feet tall, with long limbs and orange-brown fur.
14:34People have reported seeing it across the country, especially in Queensland and New South Wales.
14:40The Yowie is usually shy, but there have been times when it acted aggressively.
14:44Aboriginal rock art shows tall, hairy figures, suggesting that the Yowie has been a part of local stories for a long time.
14:51In North America, there are similar legends among Native American cultures, like the Ojibwe and Dakota tribes.
14:58They talk about a being known as the Rougaroo, or Big Man, who shows up during important or dangerous times.
15:04These sightings are taken very seriously and are deeply respected within these communities.
15:10In the Himalayas, there's another mysterious creature called the Yeti, or Abominable Snowman.
15:15It's believed to live in the icy mountains and is described as a large ape-like figure with white or grey fur.
15:22The Yeti is respected in local traditions as a protector of the mountains.
15:27In the 20th century, Western interest in the Yeti grew, drawing adventurers and researchers eager to uncover the secrets of these high peaks.
15:35But the most surprising part?
15:37Despite the fear these creatures inspire, they are often seen as protectors in their local cultures.
15:43Many people have explored these mysteries, but we still don't have solid proof.
15:47In Mongolia, there's a creature called the Almas, which is similar to others, but has some key differences.
15:54The Almas looks more like a human and is covered in reddish-brown fur.
15:58What's interesting is that according to local stories, the Almas sometimes interacts with people.
16:04These stories keep the legend of the Almas alive in the region.
16:08Braving the elements in Dutch Harbor.
16:10The wilds of Alaska are not for the faint of heart.
16:13Picture this.
16:14Brutal weather, endless distances, towering mountains that stretch as far as the eye can see.
16:20It is a place where nature does not just exist, it dominates.
16:24For the crew of the Coast Guard, every mission here is a fight against those layers of difficulty.
16:29Alaska's raw landscape is a constant reminder that this is no ordinary place to operate.
16:35And each time they venture out, it is like stepping into the unknown.
16:39But what they faced on this mission would defy all their expectations of survival.
16:44Imagine being one of these Coast Guard members, launching out into dark, stormy conditions with no guarantee of a safe return.
16:52The mission is simple. If there are people in distress, they have a job to do.
16:57But the simplicity ends there.
16:59Each task takes them to the limits of their endurance, testing their skills against one of the harshest environments in the world.
17:06One morning, the team received a call from an adventure yacht.
17:10They had spotted a 44-foot fishing boat adrift.
17:13The registered owners said that two young people had taken it out about a week earlier to go hunting.
17:19With that, the Coast Guard crew prepared for what would be a long search through a maze of fjords and rugged terrain.
17:26Coming out to the right.
17:27All right, Cooper, let's take off.
17:28Let's take off.
17:29Let's take off.
17:30The weather was not cooperating and visibility was poor as they made their way 200 miles to the scene.
17:35Picture heavy rain, fog so thick it felt like a blanket, and winds that would not let up.
17:41On either side of their path were mountains over 3,000 feet high, forming a narrow canal that ran north to south.
17:48Without any direct communication, the crew had to figure out the best place to start looking.
17:53They aimed for a river inlet, where a couple of old cabins stood.
17:57Maybe, just maybe, the missing hunters were holed up there.
18:01The terrain was brutal.
18:03The mountains rose straight up, and the coastline was almost non-existent.
18:07Just a thin line of trees between sheer rock and cold water.
18:11They scanned the area near the cabins, hovering to see if anyone would come out.
18:16But there was nothing.
18:17No footprints.
18:18No sign of kayaks or small boats.
18:20Just emptiness.
18:22They kept moving, searching slowly along the river, weaving around bends, pushing deeper into the wilderness.
18:28Fog started closing in, making every turn feel even riskier.
18:32They flew for miles, looking for any clue that could point them to the missing hunters.
18:38Hours into their search, they decided it was time to move to the next area, when suddenly, something caught their eye.
18:44There, on a marshy island at the end of the river delta, stood a man.
18:48He looked tiny against the vast, wild landscape.
18:52He was alone, waving, stranded on this patch of land, surrounded by fast-running rivers.
18:57The helicopter crew wasted no time.
18:59They dropped one of their own to talk to him, to see if he was one of the two hunters.
19:03It turned out he was.
19:05The man had been out there for a week, battling hypothermia, exhaustion, and hunger.
19:10He was alone because his friend had not made it.
19:13His companion had left days earlier in a small boat and never returned.
19:17That way you could see if his buddy was coming back, he had eyes on the boat, and he didn't want to veer too far.
19:23The survivor's condition was dire, and it was clear he needed immediate medical attention.
19:28The helicopter lifted off, heading back to get him to safety, before returning to continue the search for the other hunter.
19:34The situation was grim.
19:36With one man rescued, they still had no sign of the other.
19:39The survivor had last seen his friend leave in a blue kayak, heading out into unforgiving waters.
19:45The helicopter crew began scouring the coastline, and after hours of flying, they finally spotted something.
19:50A blue kayak, partially submerged, battered by the waves.
19:55It was a clue, but not a good one.
19:57The kayak was empty, and the rope attached to it had frayed, likely from the relentless waves and wind.
20:04They kept searching, now focusing on the area around the kayak, hoping against hope that the missing man had somehow made it to shore.
20:11They revisited the cabins, landing to check for any signs of life, but found nothing.
20:16The cabins were empty, untouched.
20:19After an exhausting day, it became clear that they had done all they could from the air.
20:23The search for the second hunter would have to continue without them, but they had little hope of a good outcome.
20:28The Alaskan wilderness is both beautiful and brutal.
20:32One man had managed to survive a week, alone, fending off hypothermia, hunger, and even wolves.
20:38But for his friend, it seemed the wilderness had been too much.
20:42This was not a story with a happy ending.
20:44It was a stark reminder of just how unforgiving this land can be.
20:49Nature does not show mercy, and sometimes, despite their best efforts, neither can the Coast Guard.
20:55In another mission, the Coast Guard crew faced even more extreme conditions.
21:00Four people were stranded on a rocky beach after their vessel ran aground near Dutch Harbor.
21:05Winds were gusting over 70 miles per hour, and visibility was practically nonexistent.
21:10The survivors had put on their suits and abandoned ship, trying to make it to shore, but now they were stuck, surrounded by cliffs, with no easy way out.
21:19The helicopter arrived, fighting intense winds, the rotors struggling to stay steady.
21:24The survivors were trapped at the base of a cliff, the waves crashing around them.
21:29The crew tried to assess how they could get close enough for a rescue without putting themselves at risk.
21:34As they hovered offshore, a sudden downdraft hit.
21:37The helicopter dropped suddenly, the water rushing up towards them.
21:40It took everything the pilots had to regain control and pull up before they hit the waves.
21:45Realizing a direct approach was too dangerous, they decided to lower a rescue swimmer into the water, hoping he could reach the survivors.
21:56But then, without warning, the survivors jumped into the ocean.
22:00The crew watched in disbelief as all four people leaped into the rough waters, swimming towards the helicopter.
22:06The situation had just gone from dangerous to chaotic.
22:10Now, instead of a controlled rescue, they had four people in the water, waves tossing them like ragdolls.
22:16The rescue swimmer was lowered, and one by one, they managed to get each person into the basket and up into the helicopter.
22:22It was a tense, exhausting process.
22:25Each hoist a battle against the wind and waves.
22:28At one point, just as the last survivor was being lifted, the helicopter hit another downdraft, dropping dangerously close to the water.
22:35The crew braced themselves, hearts pounding, but the pilots pulled up just in time.
22:40In the end, they got everyone out.
22:42Four survivors, battered but alive, were brought back to safety.
22:46The Coast Guard crew was exhausted, the helicopter beaten by the relentless winds, but they had done it.
22:51They had taken on Alaska's worst and come out on top, this time.
22:56These stories are not about heroics for the sake of glory.
22:59They are about survival, about facing a land that does not care if you make it out alive.
23:05For the Coast Guard, it is about doing the job, no matter how tough, because there is always someone out there who needs them.
23:11And in Alaska, the stakes are always high.
23:14The wilderness is vast, the dangers are real, and every mission is a reminder of just how small humans are against the power of nature.
23:23The Coast Guard knows this better than anyone, because they are the ones who go out there, time and time again, to bring people back.
23:31The Coast Guard crew knows that Alaska demands everything from them.
23:35The harsh climate, with temperatures plunging far below freezing, and blizzards raging without warning, means they have to be prepared for anything.
23:44Whether they are flying through gale force winds, or navigating through blinding fog, every decision matters.
23:51A wrong move could be the difference between life and death.
23:54It is about reading the landscape, knowing when to push forward and when to hold back.
23:59The mission to rescue the stranded hunters was a perfect example of this delicate balance.
24:04They had to rely on experience and intuition, understanding that not every rescue would have a happy ending.
24:11The survivor they found was weak, cold and scared.
24:14He had spent days trying to stay warm, rationing whatever food he had left, and hoping that someone would find him.
24:21When he saw the helicopter, it was a lifeline, the difference between another night in the wild and the chance to make it out alive.
24:28The rescue of the four stranded sailors was another chapter in this ongoing battle against nature.
24:34The cliffs loomed over them, the wind howled, and the waves threatened to swallow them whole.
24:39The Coast Guard crew knew they had to act fast.
24:42When the survivors jumped into the water, the chaos became almost unmanageable.
24:47The helicopter dipped, the waves surged, and for a moment it seemed like everything was about to go wrong.
24:53They all just jumped in the water. They're swimming towards us. They're like, oh no.
24:58But the crew held their nerve. They had trained for this.
25:02Every drill, every exercise, every sleepless night had prepared them for this moment.
25:07It is not just the physical demands that make these missions so challenging. It is the mental toll as well.
25:14Knowing that lives are at stake, that there are families waiting at home, praying for a miracle, weighs heavily on everyone involved.
25:22The Coast Guard crew carries that weight with them on every mission.
25:26They do not always succeed, and the losses are hard to bear.
25:29But when they do bring someone home, it makes all the struggles worth it.
25:33After their tiring mission, a new crisis emerged, needing their quick response.
25:38Terrifying winds at 90 knots.
25:41On January 24th, the harsh winter in Alaska got even colder, both literally and metaphorically, as an all-too-familiar call came in.
25:50A fishing vessel, the Kimberley, was in serious trouble.
25:54They were taking on water and didn't know how long they'd stay afloat.
25:57It was a life-or-death situation, and what followed over the next 14 hours was nothing short of an all-out battle against Alaska's unforgiving wilderness.
26:06The call came in from a vessel, 58 feet long, with four crew members, somewhere across the Shellikoff Strait, about 113 miles southwest of Kodiak.
26:17No one really knew what the state of the boat was.
26:20The Coast Guard team just knew one thing.
26:22Those four men were in danger, and time was running out.
26:26Without much detail, the team at Air Station Kodiak knew they had to move fast.
26:30The captain's last communication had cut off abruptly, and any delay would mean gambling with those lives.
26:36The crew scrambled to get their gear and get the helicopter ready.
26:40Flying out of Kodiak, they were aware that the weather in Alaska could switch from bad to worse in a heartbeat.
26:46With strong winds and freezing conditions, Alaska is not a friendly place when you're in trouble.
26:52For a stranded crew with a sinking boat and the frigid waters threatening below, it's life on a razor's edge.
26:59Flying into the unknown, the Coast Guard team faced one of their worst fears, not knowing what lay ahead.
27:05The conditions were deteriorating fast, winds picking up at over 50 knots, quickly becoming 70.
27:11They were seeing gusts that could match a Category 3 hurricane in the middle of the Alaskan winter, no less.
27:17Despite the awful weather, they managed to get in contact with the vessel's captain.
27:22It was confirmed that they were stuck in a small cove between two mountains with winds up to 100 knots battering the area.
27:29At first, the plan was to lower a trail line, a rope that could help guide a rescue device down to the vessel.
27:36But as they got closer, things went from bad to nearly impossible.
27:40The helicopter was getting pushed around like a toy, climbing 1,000 feet per minute at some points,
27:46even when all the power was being used just to try and stay level.
27:50It was a terrifying ride for everyone involved.
27:53When they finally reached the boat's position, they attempted to lower the trail line.
27:57They added a 20-pound weight to it, hoping it would help guide the line down.
28:01But instead of heading towards the vessel, the wind caught the rope and blew it straight back behind the helicopter.
28:0720 pounds of weight felt like 100 as they fought to control it, knowing that if the line got caught in the helicopter's tail rotor, it could be catastrophic.
28:16After hours of trying, it was clear. They couldn't do it.
28:19The conditions were just too dangerous, and with their fuel running low, they had no choice but to turn back.
28:25The psychological toll on the Coast Guard team was heavy.
28:35They were trained for this kind of rescue, but leaving without getting those people to safety?
28:40That was something none of them wanted to face.
28:42They knew the crew of the Kimberly must have felt abandoned.
28:46They weren't giving up, though, just regrouping to try again, to come back when the situation would give them a fighting chance.
28:54Back at base, another team was getting ready to head out as soon as they could.
28:58The challenge wasn't just the winds, which had reached 90 miles an hour, or the darkness.
29:03It was also the freezing cold, negative 30 degrees Celsius with the wind chill, making every decision a critical one.
29:11As the Coast Guard prepared to launch again, they received another distress call.
29:16Another boat, the Heritage, was in trouble about 50 miles from where the Kimberly was stranded.
29:21It had taken on water, the engine room was flooded, and now the vessel had a dangerous 20-degree list, tilting as if it was just about to tip over.
29:30With two crises unfolding at once, the Coast Guard had to make a split-second call.
29:34They turned towards the Heritage, and it was a good thing they did.
29:38By the time they arrived, the vessel had sunk, completely gone within 25 minutes, leaving two people in the icy waters and five in a life raft.
29:47The people in the water were in survival suits, but even that couldn't guarantee much when you're floating in freezing Alaskan waters.
29:54The swimmer was deployed directly, attaching himself to the line, while waves tossed the survivors around like ragdolls.
30:02The rescue was intense. Every second felt like an eternity, as the crew fought to pull the survivors from the grip of the icy sea.
30:10The helicopter hovered above, barely managing to keep its position against the punishing winds.
30:15One by one, the swimmer pulled the survivors out of the water, securing them and getting them back into the helicopter.
30:21It was a desperate struggle against the cold exhaustion and the relentless waves, but they managed to get everyone out of the water and into the aircraft.
30:29After what felt like a lifetime, they turned back to Kodiak. Cold, soaked, and shaking, the survivors were finally safe.
30:36For the Coast Guard crew, the sight of those people alive, huddled in the back of the helicopter, made every harrowing moment worth it.
30:44The team touched down and the survivors were rushed to medical assistance.
30:48The Coast Guard had done their job, saved lives, and for a brief moment, there was a sigh of relief.
30:54But there was still the Kimberley, and four men who needed them.
30:57With the first crisis resolved, it was time to turn their attention back to the Kimberley.
31:02The earlier teams had returned with stories of the worst conditions they'd ever faced.
31:07Winds gusting up to 90 knots, thick sea ice everywhere, and waves slamming into the vessel.
31:14Despite the dawning situation, another crew headed out.
31:17They knew the risk, knew the challenges, but also knew they couldn't just leave those men out there.
31:22Though worn out, the Coast Guard geared up for a tougher mission, testing their courage and skill.
31:28Fourteen hours of fear.
31:31This time, there was a small bit of daylight as they approached, enough to see the boat, almost invisible beneath layers of ice.
31:38A life raft was visible, with one man standing next to it.
31:41As they hovered, the swimmer was lowered onto the sea ice.
31:44His goal, to get the men ready for extraction.
31:47The captain of the vessel was severely hypothermic, barely able to move, and one of the men in the raft was unable to walk.
31:54The swimmer had to physically carry him out, fighting the slippery ice, the numbing cold, and his own exhaustion.
32:01Slowly but steadily, one by one, the crew of the Kimberley was hoisted up to the helicopter.
32:06Each hoist was a test, the ice making it treacherous, every move needing careful balance.
32:12They knew that one wrong slip could pull them, or the survivor, back down.
32:17But in the end, they got all four of them out safely.
32:19The helicopter, laden with exhausted crew members and survivors, made its way back to Kodiak, where the rescued men were taken for medical help.
32:27Back at the air station, the relief was palpable.
32:30Everyone knew they had pushed themselves beyond their limits.
32:33The men and women of Air Station Kodiak had faced down nature's worst.
32:37And though they had moments of doubt, moments where it seemed impossible, they didn't give up.
32:42In the face of roaring winds, freezing temperatures, and relentless seas, they came through.
32:48The mission that day was a testament to the resilience and determination of the Coast Guard.
32:52In Alaska, nature doesn't forgive easily.
32:55It's a place where beauty hides danger, where life can hang by a thread, and where survival often depends on the courage of others.
33:03For the crew of Air Station Kodiak, that courage was on full display.
33:07They saved lives, and though battered and exhausted, they returned with every person they set out to rescue.
33:13And at the end of the day, that's what made all the difference.
33:17The ordeal had taken over 14 hours in total.
33:20The harsh Alaskan winter, the relentless winds, and the freezing cold had pushed everyone involved to their breaking point.
33:27Yet, despite the challenges, the Coast Guard proved that their resolve was stronger than the storm.
33:32The survivors, now safe on solid ground, owed their lives to a team that refused to back down no matter the odds.
33:39The helicopter crew, mechanics, and coordinators at the air station each played a crucial role.
33:45It wasn't just the people in the air, but also those on the ground who ensured that every piece of equipment worked flawlessly.
33:52That every decision was the right one.
33:54The Coast Guard's motto, Semper Paratus, meaning always ready, was never more evident than in these moments.
34:01The Kimberley's crew had gone from the brink of death to the warmth of safety.
34:06All because a group of strangers refused to quit on them.
34:10Even as exhaustion weighed heavily on every Coast Guard member, there was a sense of pride that filled the air.
34:16They knew that they had done something extraordinary, something that not many could claim.
34:21They had faced nature at its worst and had come out victorious, not for glory, but simply because it was their duty.
34:28As the rescued crew members were treated for hypothermia and other injuries, they expressed their gratitude.
34:35It was hard for them to put into words the fear they had felt, the hopelessness that had crept in as the hours dragged on.
34:42But there, in the warmth of the rescue station, surrounded by people who had risked everything for them, they knew they had witnessed true heroism.
34:51Would you risk your life for a complete stranger?
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