CROFTON Operations Manager Roger Belch spoke to WINDSdays about the critical work we undertake when disaster strikes. In a recent article, Belch sheds light on the challenging and often dangerous tasks CROFTON’s team faces, such as the current situation involving the cargo ship wedged under the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. Although CROFTON doesn’t have divers at the scene, Belch draws from our experience in similar emergencies, recounting a harrowing operation to recover a vehicle and victim from the surf zone in Virginia Beach earlier this year.

The article highlights the meticulous planning and expertise required in underwater recovery operations, especially when visibility is low and conditions are hazardous. Belch emphasizes that despite the perception of glamour, the job is fraught with risks, underscoring the need for skilled professionals equipped with the right tools. Read the article here.