Crew Member Hero while Captain on Shore

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From CNN

 

"...."I think you have to look at several issues. One is just the hypothermia. If a compartment is flooded, even if there was air, at this point, most of them would have succumbed to the hypothermic problem of the water temperature," said Butch Hendrick, president of the diving safety company Lifeguard Systems.

When asked if rescuers would find any survivors, Hendrick said, "I'm sorry to say this, but I don't -- I don't believe there are. I'm sorry."

But Kevin Rebello, whose brother Russel was a member of the crew, refused to give up hope Wednesday.

"Miracles do happen and let's keep hope. I'm not here to lose hope," he said.

His brother was last seen helping passengers into lifeboats Friday night.

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This is something else if this poor soul gave his life helping others while the Captain had left the ship aboard a life-raft. True hero IMO.

 

It causes much concern for the way Carnival/Costa Vet's its Captains as well.