According to SVT Stockholm, Anders Tegnerud described that the rescuers were all at the station when the alarm came, which meant they could quickly man their boats and set off. The rescuers were very focused during the operation, with Sandra Rojlén telling SVT Stockholm that everyone knew exactly what to do because they had practiced this scenario many times. Elise Pettersson added to SVT Stockholm that the rescuers are a close-knit group.
One of the people in the water had a flashlight to shine with in the dark. The cause of the boat capsizing has not been confirmed, nor have the conditions of the rescued individuals after the operation been disclosed. The exact location of the rescue remains unspecified, and it is unclear who nominated or awarded the Sea Rescuer of the Year title.
We were all at the station when the alarm came. That meant we could quickly man our boats and set off.
According to SVT Stockholm, Elise Pettersson described it as incredibly honoring to be named Sea Rescuer of the Year.
We were very focused. Everyone knew exactly what we should do because we have practiced this scenario so many times.
We are a close-knit gang. And it is incredibly honoring to get to be Sea Rescuer of the Year.