Sea Tragedies On “Deadliest Catch”

Summary

The video script recounts the tragic incidents and personal lives of the cast of 'Deadliest Catch,' a reality show depicting the perils of crab fishing in the Bering Sea. It details shipwrecks, including the Big Valley, Ocean's Challenger, Alaska Ranger, Catmay, and Destination, and the deaths of crew members. It also touches on the health struggles of Captain Sig Hansen and the loss of Captain Phil Harris. The script highlights the harsh reality of the profession and the show's impact on viewers.

Takeaways

• 📺 'Deadliest Catch' is a reality TV series that not only highlights the dangerous nature of crab fishing in the Bering Sea but also the personal lives of its cast members.
• 🛳️ The show has documented numerous tragic events, including the sinking of several crab fishing vessels and the loss of life at sea.
• 🌊 The 'Big Valley' was one of the earliest tragedies featured, with only one survivor out of six crew members after it sank in 2005, likely due to being overloaded.
• 😢 The 'Ocean's Challenger' capsized in 2006 with only one survivor, highlighting the unpredictability of the sea and the importance of survival suits.
• 🚢 The 'Alaska Ranger' sinking in 2008 resulted in five deaths, and the investigation pointed to a lost rudder and subsequent flooding as the cause.
• 😔 The 'Catmay' disaster in 2008 saw only four survivors out of 11 crew members, with the ship's captain testifying to ongoing issues with the vessel's pumps.
• 💔 Captain Phil Harris of the 'Corneille Marie' passed away in 2010 after suffering from health problems during the crab fishing season, deeply affecting the show's fans.
• 🎆 An incident involving the 'Time Bandit' in 2013 resulted in a crew member losing his hand due to a fireworks accident, leading to a lawsuit against the Hillstrand brothers.
• 🚑 Captain Sig Hansen of the 'Northwestern' experienced two heart attacks, one in 2016 and another in 2018, which were both life-threatening and affected his presence on the show.
• 🌪️ The 'Destination' tragedy in 2017 was the largest shipwreck in Alaskan waters in over a decade, with all six crew members losing their lives due to the vessel sinking too quickly.
• ❄️ The 'Skandi Rose' capsized in 2020, resulting in the death of three people, including former 'Deadliest Catch' cast member Dean Gribble Jr., underlining the harsh reality of the fishing profession.

Q & A

What happened to the Big Valley, and how many crew members survived its sinking?

The Big Valley sank on January 15, 2005, and out of the six crew members on board, only one survived. Three bodies were found, and two, including Captain Grey Edwards, were never found.

What was the suspected cause of the Big Valley's sinking?

The Big Valley was thought to be carrying three times its weight capacity, which could have contributed to its demise.

Which crew member survived the sinking of the Ocean's Challenger, and what helped him survive?

Fisherman Kevin Farrell was the only survivor of the Ocean's Challenger sinking, and he survived thanks to wearing a survival suit.

What was the tragic outcome of the Alaska Ranger's sinking on March 23, 2008?

The sinking of the Alaska Ranger resulted in 42 survivors and four dead bodies being recovered, with one person lost at sea.

What was the initial mistake made by the Coast Guard during the search for the Alaska Ranger's crew?

The Coast Guard initially received the wrong number of crew members to find, which led them to stop the search at 46 people and only resume the operation the following day when they were informed that another person was missing.

What was the cause of the CatMay's sinking, and how many crew members survived?

The CatMay sank due to flooding caused by problems with its pumps. Out of the 11 crew members aboard, only four survived.

What was the saddest event that happened to a cast member of Deadliest Catch?

The saddest event was the death of Cornelia Marie's captain and owner, Phil Harris, who passed away on February 9, 2010, after suffering a heart attack.

What happened to the Time Bandit's crew member, David Zielinski, during the fireworks incident?

David Zielinski lost his hand when a firework exploded in his hand. He later filed a lawsuit against the Hillstrands brothers and was granted monetary compensation.

What health issues did Captain Sig Hansen face during the show?

Captain Sig Hansen suffered two heart attacks, one in 2016 and another in 2018, which led to his recovery and absence from the show for a season.

What was the cause of the Destination's sinking, and what was the fate of its crew?

The Destination sank in the Bering Sea near St. George Island on February 11, 2017. The incident happened too quickly, and all six crew members died.

What was the cause of the Scandies Rose's sinking, and how many crew members survived?

The Scandies Rose capsized due to severe rough-winded sea conditions. Three people died, and only two crew members, Captain Dean Gribble Jr. and fisherman John Lawler, survived.