Deadly Storm Threatens A Rescue Crew Lives | S5 E16 | Full Episode | I Shouldn't Be Alive

A helicopter rescue crew, dispatched to rescue a lone yachtsman 250 miles off the coast are caught flying straight into Hurricane Grace. Unable to refuel in mid-air, they are forced to ditch into the Atlantic Ocean. Struggling to survive in 100ft waves and 100mph winds, the rescuers now need rescuing!
Experience the gripping tales of survival in the heart-pounding series I Shouldn't Be Alive. Witness incredible true stories of those who defied the odds and emerged victorious from near-death experiences, including astonishing encounters like shark attacks.
These compelling documentaries take you on a journey filled with adrenaline, resilience, and the triumph of the human spirit. Brace yourself for jaw-dropping narratives and gain a newfound appreciation for the power of survival.
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[@privatepracticepsychologis4115]

The tears are streaming … I always say ‘ego kills’ … Captain Dave you were ego-LESS, self-LESS and the epitome of a human hero … YOU are a LEGEND … your colleagues survived because of your UNRELENTING FOCUS & DETERMINATION and selflessness … My heart breaks for Rick but what you say is profound … ‘there are things we do so that others may live’ EXTRAORDINARY …. We SALUTE YOU. UNFORGETTABLE

[@natalie9884]

Last comment: The fact that these men recognized the others’ selfless actions to save another speaks volumes. Much respect.

[@mirzamay]

Rip Rick 🙇‍♀️. Respect and gratitude to those selfless individuals.

[@BanditBandito-db8tp]

why did you spoil the video? what is wrong with you? people like you should be banned from making comments, the absolute worse of the worse are people like you.

[@dianapatterson449]

I am so sad that Rick had to die. His poor wife and kids. Tears running down my face.

[@meggold3422]

I don't think I blinked for most of this episode. Overwhelming odds. Everything about this should have spelled nothing but total disaster for everyone involved. I bet it was a very long night for that guy in his yacht. My heart is so broken for Rick's family. I'm in awe of Dave. His faith, leadership, and extraordinary bravery and strength was almost superhuman. The fact that another helicopter and a small ship were sent out in those conditions made my jaw stay wide open. God bless first responders. Wow.

[@RossNaylor-uq4jp]

I didn't realise how hooked I was to this episode until I noticed your comment and nearly an hour has just passed 😮 brilliant episode so sad that someone lost their life trying to save another I've had my own personal rescue and been on saving life's at sea I'm lucky to be here thanks to the brave people at the r.n.l.i they are so brave and do a job they don't get paid for we are lucky to have people who are so selfless thank you all for your service to us

[@tamisullivan8548]

When I seen your comment I was like okay I got to watch this😁

[@liamstrange4939]

I held my breath for so long i went dizzy 🥴 massive respect to these true heroes

[@kieranhart5776]

@tamisullivan8548 😁

[@meggold3422]

@@tamisullivan8548 :0)

[@sophial3339]

To those who risk their lives to save others in these kinds of missions-Thank you for being so selfless and so brave. Most people are not as selfless and brave as you in this planet. You are true hero’s of our world. Respect to all of you

[@inipin510]

All these men are heroes. And dave`s the superhero.

[@mr.18s73]

Wow what a story! My respect to our military and first responders ❤ Best episode yet

[@jenniferl6553]

For sure best episode, my heart was pounding the entire time followed by a whole lotta tears.

[@bv2745]

That was by far the best episode I’ve ever seen. I’m not crying…you’re crying!

[@karenalbeck4043]

This is the only one of these stories that actually made me cry. These men are true heroes.

[@RodneyGmusic]

100% agree

[@purplespaceship2417]

Some of the very few members of the military who I could actually look in the eye and thank for their service. These people risk their lives in unbelievable conditions to save the innocent and there's no more noble mission than that.

[@natalie9884]

The father daughter snowmobile one came close, but only because it tugs at personal heart strings. All exceptional acts of heroism and survival. This one is at the top of me not being able to look away. I see many feel the same. I hope the men got acknowledged and awarded via their act… I am still not finished the episode… I also hope they got mandated psychotherapy. Paid for, at that.

[@jessiedickey]

Some of the bravest men that serve our country ty for your service.

[@danielwelker1286]

It's very humbling when others are putting their lives on the line to save Yours ❤

[@user_abcxyzz]

I'd expect someone to save me. It's literally their job 😂

[@wellidk556]

I do it every day.... saving people's lives. The worst part is that no one's ever great full for more than a couple of days. Then they just go right back to their same old selfs and continue to show why we as human don't deserve life. I would go as far as to say that only about 5% of this world deserves real happiness. 95% of people shouldn't be alive😢 and if you think I'm saying I do deserve life, you're dead wrong. I'm an ungrateful pos just like everyone else...

[@sophritoh]

@@wellidk556grateful** That’s a sad outlook :/ are you a nurse? How do you save lives every single day?

[@TrpleAgnt2011]

​@@wellidk556 I think you're right, people forget to be grateful and really think about how desperate they were when they would beg for assistance. But knowing that as you do is no excuse to act the same. (I like your 5 per cent , wish it were higher though!)

[@legitbeans9078]

Someone with jeff dahmer as their profile name would be a self entitled asshole, checks out.

[@thecynic9232]

I know this story well … it is included in the book The Perfect Storm by Sebastian Junger. Incredible story, incredible book. A must read for lovers of nautical disasters, weather etc. ❤️🇨🇦

[@sandtats]

Great book! And the movie terrific as well.

[@Ifyoudontknownowuknow]

Definitely Top 5!! I still have 76 days at Sea #1 and the dumb So Cal hikers dead last lol. Ocean survival is always the Best!

[@gregtrust5599]

Nothing with ever top 76 days adrift! This was a hell of an episode though

[@Ifyoudontknownowuknow]

​@gregtrust5599 Right!! 76 is just unreal!! (That was the first one I ever saw just a couple weeks ago and I been watching episodes everyday since then lol)

[@Gameboy-Unboxings]

​@@Ifyoudontknownowuknowthis & the guys that fell in the crevasse are my two favorite episodes. This was my second time watching this one.

[@sandtats]

Dumbest award goes to the couple (the young woman suffers from depression) who, on a quest to rekindle their relationship, book a trip to explore the Amazon, and of course get lost. Woman losing all hope, convinces guy to join her in suicide by knife. Miraculously saved in the um, nick of time, where upon girl ditches guy.😂

[@butteredtoast7110]

I actually liked the So Cal hikers one, because the fact there had been a person who got into their exact position exactly one year before them was chilling

[@jehan_7550]

I love this episode. Reminds me of my late father who served 35 years in the Philippine Coast Guard/Navy. Love and light Paps. salute 🫡🫡🕊️❤️

[@ShadowCatGold2006]

I know this was almost 33 years ago now, but I'm so glad these mens' stories are being told. It was also talked about in the book The Perfect Storm, but hearing the crew describing it in their own words is something entirely different. All of them were heroes. Dave was an amazing leader. My heart hurts for Rick's wife and daughters. I know these first responders and their families accept the risk when they choose to serve in this capacity, but actually losing one's life in that service is still heartbreaking.

[@CaptainMelvinSeahorse22]

Ummm no that was movie gorge cloney. Get ur facts straight

[@Jesse-or4ce]

I think they’re referring to the actual storm. The storm took place in October 1991, like in this story and in the book/movie

[@josephdjan7500]

its so incredible both the chopper and ship could find them at dark that far out in the ocean in a storm like that

[@MillionairesClub2023]

They likely shared their coordinates just before abondoning helicopter as rhey knew fuel will be over and they have to ask for help.

[@josephdjan7500]

@@MillionairesClub2023thats sure but you don’t get to be floating at exact spot with currents and storm you will be drifting around but still yeah they probably looked througly

[@butteredtoast7110]

@@josephdjan7500no I’m in full agreement. Even with coordinates it would be near impossible during a raging storm to see a few small specks in all the waves and wind. They must have done an extremely thorough search

[@ivaspasova]

😢😢😢 so sad story, kept me on the edge of my seat while watching it. To have that job you must be a very brave person. Dave said it right ' It was the grace of the Lord that we survived ' 🙏Thank you for your service, and thank you for uploading it

[@kyleejane872]

Broke my heart at the thought about the dog. It is not silly they are family too. ❤ 🐾 What an amazing story and i havent finished yet!

[@trudilawrence9899]

There was a dog??

[@curtispandachuk9323]

It’s pretty damn scary when unrelenting sharks become the least of your worries out in the open ocean

[@purplespaceship2417]

I imagine during storms like this sea creatures stay as deep under the water as possible so little risk of sharks. After all they can swim thousands of feet deep.

[@TheLibbyjo]

Lord; may Rick be in your hands. God bless

[@DallasLongIsMySon]

Gosh what a great episode! I always wonder what happens to the rescue team when they go on their missions. They are so brave and selfless! This is a reminder that every time we go on adventures, and things don't go as planned, there are people who are risking their lives to save other people's lives.

[@XerxesGK]

😊😊

[@alenabond]

That pilot is a rare breed, wow well done sir!!

[@legitbeans9078]

Seriously. These men are tough as nails. I have no idea how john survived

[@nickdegugs7190]

That yachtsman should get his own episode

[@lovemagicandroad]

Yes agree.

[@chrisallen9509]

It got its own movie

[@nickdegugs7190]

@@chrisallen9509 name?

[@chrisallen9509]

@@nickdegugs7190 The perfect storm

[@jenniferl6553]

@@nickdegugs7190 The Perfect Storm starring Geroge Clooney, released in 2000. Not Clooney's best acting, but still a good movie.

[@fyisic]

Its a great comfort to know that great people like this exists in the world. Actual heroes. And their words about Ricks death was so powerful it had me choked up for hours.

[@ib4ugod45-1]

Thx for your comment!! It had a powerful effect on me too. I watched this a couple days ago & came back. I was totally torn up at the end when I realized Rick didn’t make it. His girls are all in their 30’s now & his widow is probably my age. I sure hope he had a right relationship with God. I would love to see him & his family reunited again in Heaven!

[@Frightfulness]

YAAAAAAAY!!! more more more ! i cant get enough , these storys are insane! people are incredible under these circumstances cant even imagine ....

[@luciemarinov129]

Stories, not storys😂😂😂

[@Frightfulness]

@@luciemarinov129 xD oops

[@BeTheChangeYouWantToday]

Definitely one for the books. I was really into this one. Its amazing tgey made it ,... RIP rick..

[@Stormlucy111]

Heros all of them. What a dreadful thing to happen to anyone. ❤

[@patriotpeasant199]

Rescue teams such as these have gotta be the most altruistic people on earth!! Absolutely risking their lives for others ❤

[@tamisullivan8548]

All rescuers are literally angels...God keep you all

[@Joski3TV]

You know it’s Friday when we get a good video like this

[@user_abcxyzz]

I seen this one years ago. It's a re upload 😂

[@nubialondon3458]

Wow .. I am speechless. The bravery, courage and strength of these men is amazing.

[@auntymemoschannel5473]

I practically cried when they saw the coast guard ship

[@sherrix6881]

Man up

[@shayleenjoubert2008]

Hero's ALL of you.. BRAVE , BOLD & BEAUTIFUL❤

[@natalienelson8681]

I was yelling and falling off my seat with this one!!!! Should be a movie!

[@MissbAnAnA5]

How sad for Rick and his family.. bless them all

[@dam_dats_beauty]

Omg one of the best episodes ever these where some brave men I really appreciated this episode just a glimpse of what they have to go through heart wrenching ❤️❤️🙏🏾 very brave men!

[@bakerboston4972]

This is one of my favorite survival stories...

[@CC-kl4nh]

I have all the respect for military and first responders and rescue teams. They always put themselves in Danger. ❤

[@lydiajohnson4467]

God bless all men and women that in our lives, put their's in danger to save ours. 🙏 😢😢. RIP ALL THOSE WHO LOST THEIRS. MY heart goes out to ALL FAMILIES WHO LOST LOVE ONCE. ❤️ 💘 ❣️ 🙏🙏🙏🙏 From S.A.

[@julesthecat.]

What a heroic story. RIP Sgt Rick

[@zerodadutch6285]

Halloween 91 was a wild time. Yhe weather that year was insane. Minnesota had a blizzard, those guys got stuck in a horrific Atlantic storm...

[@kieranhart5776]

I remember this one. Tragic but extremely entertaining. What a great story.

[@Ghede888]

Damn. They just kept repeating injury after injury for John. What a survivor... gee whiz..... thank goodness there were survivors. That ocean can be torrential. Neptune really showed out that night!

[@viratchauhan1561]

Perfect nightmare... And the biggest heroes.. What a story . Respect and pure adulation.

[@reypekka9522]

This was a good one! Heroic effort to survive! Having been prior Navy service and having been onboard while our ship had to execute a rescue mission for a sinking ship I could feel the intensity of this situation. Great job to all involved!

[@curtispandachuk9323]

In Mexico, I was doing a little surfing and I got smacked by. I think like at least 10 foot waves. They threw me like I was a piece of paper. The power of water is gentle as it can be something else

[@kaitlyn68863]

The fact that John was internally bleeding/injured for so many hours in the water...... the fact that Jim didn't have his protective suit on and was in below freezing waters going through hypothermia. All whilst fighting 100 ft waves that were trying to kill them...... The word "miracle" doesn't do this story justice. God is good and Rick is their guardian angel.

[@dionaboni8754]

Sslute to all of you who risked your lives to save others'. My prayers for Rick and his family🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

[@angiesaxby5667]

Wow what a episode so incredible very emotional

[@unHingedOYT]

Thank you for another complete episode ❤

[@adanabdinoor8293]

The ocean is the last place i would like to get lost! Just terrifying!

[@kathleenfinnerty226]

Crying my eyes out ❤️ what an amazing story. Heros 🙏

[@fussypeg8561]

Yachting is a risky thing and those who do it shouldn't ever put rescue crews into danger. My humble opinion.

[@dam_dats_beauty]

R.I.P Rick 💔🙏🏾

[@FoxersGroveOnline]

Hands down best episode

[@globe2555]

Helping another person, no matter how is the most fulfilling thing you can do with your life. I'm sure many people think the same.

[@tammyteague]

What a great episode. These guys went through hell. I was a nervous wreck watching this.

[@StarLight-pd7wq]

Thank you Tamaro coast guard long live, thank you for risking saving those guys!!

[@littletp8787]

Who picked up the other copilot? They never even say?

[@Zeb-gb2uk]

YEAH, !!!! i haven't seen this one before. Happy Friday to me 😂❤

[@sarahnye3069]

The difference in attitude and behaviour between ordinary people caught in horrible situations, and professionals who've trained for it and face it every day, is night and day.

[@sherrix6881]

No shit

[@eddielamarca8079]

Oh y’all dropping bangers

[@Lillietohottiewitthebody]

Best show EVER

[@Ghede888]

I was so happy to see that group of 3. My goodness. I love everything about the ocean, but I can't swim! It would have been a one and done for me. I would've said "well, it was a good run. Let me make my peace with my makers."

[@natalie9884]

I was an elite Synchronized Swimmer for 17 years, and this episode is one of the most remarkable. Seen them all. I started it at 2 am unable to sleep on a work day….there’s no way I can’t go til the end. As someone else said, I too, haven’t blinked once.

[@ChristopherTevnan]

These guys take high high risks so others can be saved. God bless them all.

[@wendyrs1087]

I salute them ... utmost respect ...

[@karenfumagalli583]

Omg 😮 so in tense frightened watching it

[@krielkip]

Yess!! Full episode 👍

[@curtispandachuk9323]

Being stuck between almost certain death and a high probability of a death and no way out

[@brandypresley1869]

These r the BEST SHOWS EVER!!!! I LOVE THEM!

[@luciemarinov129]

This was a truly gripping reenactment! Unbelievably brave heroes, all of them, so sad Rick died!😢 Glad the others survived and Dave was a true hero!

[@Empress.420]

My heart breaks for Sgt. Rick and his families. 😢🙏🙏🙏💜 Brave heroes 👏 💪 strong warriors!! Much love and many blessings. #Salute 🫡 I felt like I was suffocating and was dam well tensed up throughout the whole episode. 😫🤦‍♀️ Had flash backs of when I was drowning. Felt like forever. Sheeesh.

[@michaelpcooksey5096]

I hope the family of Rick Smith is ok. Without a major breadwinner and a nice sized family ... the needs would not be small. On the other hand, Rick gave his life while trying to save others ... the Lord is loving ALL the time. ALL the time the Lord is loving. The family no doubt received grace from the father's sacrifice. God bless them all. Thank you for the video.

[@corvettesbme]

This was a great episode!

[@marquitashiver6141]

❤❤❤ This was very touching. God bless them 🙏🏾❤️

[@joemurgatroyd333]

Definitely the best one . Rip to soldier

[@ImsunaSong-gw2gs]

These men are my heroes ❤️❤❤❤❤

[@tammyhollandsworth6783]

😢 horrible. I struggled watching this. These men really do wake up everyday with God on their mind. Thank you all for putting us first before yourselves. RIP for your friend. My heart goes out to the family and you all. ❤

[@smileeface650]

The Perfect Storm

[@SpiritualForexFamily]

They must have been so terrified! Hats off to those brave hero’s. May Rik rest in eternal peace. Wow

[@relaxandunwind1496]

This was the most terrifying episode omg

[@rubymckinley4909]

Awwwww, cute story.

[@tamisullivan8548]

Awwwe😢so sorry your friend didn't make it

[@quickieswithscottechristie]

Excellent show.. Bravo

[@Ifyoudontknownowuknow]

1st and only Ocean rescue ive ever seen where SHARKS were a complete non factor 😅 Sharks- "bro we left to Florida 3 days ago...F$&$ that strom

[@Empress.420]

They went on vacation! LMAOOO 💯🤣🤣🤣☠️

[@Ifyoudontknownowuknow]

😅​@@Empress.420

[@Ifyoudontknownowuknow]

😅😅​@@Empress.420

[@ianmcluckie2336]

Brilliance

[@toddoughty2043]

What an AMAZING tale of struggle and heroism!!! After crashing in the middle of the ocean and then coming across those Somali pirates who had been blown off course due to that waterspout, teaming up despite the cultural and language differences they manage to persevere and write a musical telling the whole story!!!

[@review-report]

*This a Goodie!*

[@tonyharris6162]

RIP to Rick Smith ! What a situation . What a bunch of Badasses and Heroes !!!

[@MasterOfViewership]

the special effects in this one

[@curtispandachuk9323]

Why is it when we all need something to work properly in the heat of the moment it’s always upside down

[@ebonypegasus9864]

I knew the three survived but I was still super tense watching that footage. How do they even re enact and film that?

[@laurabenia326]

A new one ❤

[@ghoste2755]

I'll be honest, I was waiting for the point where they would say "The exact ship they were trying to rescue, came back to rescue them" but that never came, still a really impressive rescue R.I.P to Rick, died a hero 🙏🕊

[@tracy6542]

So brave

[@TheConspiredOne]

"The sea was angry that day my friends" - George Costanza

[@cidercik]

Cool to have the story be told by 'I' from Withnail and I!

[@lainthor5808]

My two biggest fear deep sea and height! Those men have got balls of steels to go out there while I'm lying on my comfort bed and watching this. Goddamn !

[@natalie9884]

Had my hands on my head for a good couple minutes in disbelief.