The United Coast Guard Southeast Division rescued one person and their dog from a sailboat off the coast of Sanibel Island Thursday afternoon.
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According to reports, the boat was found approximately 25 miles off the coast of Sanibel Island.
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The survivor hailed the Coast Guard on the radio to get assistance.
USCG says the person and their dog are safe.
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