Deep Water Salvage

Phil Risko's Northstar crew act swiftly to refloat a trawler that has been blown ashore within a New Jersey national park. The team works quickly to free the vessel safely and restore the coastal area environmentally to its normal condition.

Working Blind is a television programme presented as a single episode, focusing on real‑world rescue operations. The series follows specialists as they tackle urgent situations, offering viewers a glimpse into the practical challenges they face. This particular installment centres on a maritime incident that occurred along the New Jersey coastline. In the episode, Phil Risko leads a team from Northstar who move swiftly to get a trawler back into the water after it was blown ashore. The vessel had come to rest on the beach of a national park, and the crew’s priority is to refloat it as quickly as possible. Their rapid response highlights the pressure of working against time and the elements to prevent further damage. The segment underscores the logistical effort required to free a large fishing boat that has grounded in a protected area. By concentrating on the Northstar team's decisive actions, the programme illustrates how expertise and coordination are applied in a high‑stakes environment. The scene is set against the backdrop of the New Jersey national park, emphasizing both the natural setting and the urgency of restoring the trawler to open water.