Tuesday June, 2 2026 @ 13:10

Nature: Watercraft in Distress

Location: Masseys Landing Boat Ramp (80)

Address: 36624 Long Neck Rd Millsboro, DE 19966

Cross Streets: Masseys Lndg/Dead End

On Tuesday, June 2^nd, the Indian River (80), Millsboro (83) and Dagsboro (73) fire companies were alerted for a water rescue incident at or near the Massey’s Landing Boat Ramp off Long Neck Road.  Additional emergency alerts included the Mid Sussex Rescue Squad, the Sussex County Paramedics, the DNREC – Marine Police, and the United States Coast Guard – Indian River Squadron.  It was reported to be a sailboard in the marina area (uncontrolled) with sailor not able to control.

Emergency response units from Indian River included Utility 80 with 80 Marine 1 from the Oak Orchard facility and Squad 80 from the Long Neck facility.

DNREC – Marine Police were able to connect and contact with the vessel on water and cancelled all responding apparatus.

All emergency response units were cancelled and returned to their respective quarters.