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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Local NewsAugust 28, 2026Miami-Dade

U.S. Coast Guard crew reunites with 9-year-old boy following emergency medical evacuation

A 9-year-old boy who sustained severe injuries from a dog attack in Bimini has reunited with the U.S. Coast Guard crew that performed his emergency medical evacuation to Miami. The rescue occurred one month ago, facilitating life-saving treatment for the child.

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Why It Matters

This event highlights the role of the U.S. Coast Guard in providing international emergency medical transport for U.S. citizens in the Caribbean.

Key Facts

  • A 9-year-old boy was attacked by a dog in Bimini.
  • The U.S. Coast Guard transported the boy to Miami for emergency medical care.
  • The incident and rescue took place one month ago.
  • The boy and the rescue crew held a reunion to mark the event.

Who's Mentioned

locationBimini“The location where the incident occurred.”organizationU.S. Coast Guard“The agency responsible for the medical evacuation.”locationMiami“The destination for emergency medical treatment.”