Three rescue operations of SG-213 on the Baltic Sea. An intense weekend for the Kashubian Border Guard division

The crew of the patrol vessel SG-213 of the Kashubian division of the Polish Border Guard had an exceptionally intense weekend, conducting three rescue operations in the waters of the Gdańsk and Puck bays. All interventions were successful, and those in distress were safely brought ashore.

Kamil Kusier executive editor 25.08.2025, 13:12 Reading time: 2 min

Border Guard patrol boat SG 213 speeds across the water throwing up spray — fot. MOSG

In brief

The crew of patrol vessel SG-213 of the Kashubian Squadron of the Polish Border Guard rescued three people over the weekend during three operations in the Gulf of Gdańsk and Puck Bay. The first call, a MAYDAY signal concerning a capsized sailing yacht near the Sopot pier, came in at noon on 22 August, with SAR WIATR and R-9 also taking part in the operation. SG-213 officers took a kitesurfer entangled in kite lines in Puck Bay to the port of Gdynia, and a second kitesurfer with damaged equipment to the port of Górki Zachodnie. The Maritime Border Guard Unit headquarters received thanks from one of the rescued people.

Capsized sailing yacht off the Sopot pier

The first incident occurred on 22 August around noon, when the division’s duty officer received a mayday call reporting a capsized sailing yacht near the Sopot pier. SG-213 immediately proceeded to the area to support the rescue vessels SAR Wiatr and R-9, already engaged in the operation. The joint effort ensured a swift and effective response.

Kitesurfer entangled in lines on Puck Bay

Later the same day, SG-213 was redirected to Puck Bay, where a kitesurfer had become entangled in kite lines and was unable to free himself. By the time the Border Guard arrived, the man had been taken aboard a civilian yacht in the vicinity. The SG-213 crew transferred him onto their vessel, administered first aid, and transported him to Gdynia port. Exhausted but stable, he was handed over to his family and did not require hospital treatment.

Sunday mayday off Górki Zachodnie

On Sunday, another mayday call was received – this time from a kitesurfer whose equipment failed in adverse weather conditions, leaving him unable to return to shore. The SG-213 crew recovered the fatigued and frightened man from the water and safely transported him to Górki Zachodnie port.

Professionalism at sea

Thanks to the rapid response and professionalism of the Kashubian Border Guard division, three lives were saved over the course of the weekend.

One of the survivors expressed gratitude in a letter to the Maritime Border Guard headquarters: – Thanks to your efficiency, composure, and dedication, the situation ended safely. I am deeply grateful for the assistance and support provided.

Source: Gazeta Morska · Compiled by: Kamil Kusier