On May 26, 2024, during the Mary Walker Marina Snapper Showdown, five men were rescued by the Coast Guard after their boat sank 17 miles from Petit Bois Island. Thanks to a last-minute Personal Locator Beacon, all survivors, including one who had recently undergone surgery, were saved after five harrowing hours in cold Gulf waters. This incident underscores the importance of having accessible emergency equipment on board and serves as a vital lesson for all sea-goers.