What units are involved in a capsized vessel response at the first alarm level?

The involvement of only one marine unit during a capsized vessel response at the first alarm level is based on established protocols for managing such incidents effectively and efficiently. In this context, the marine unit is typically trained and equipped to handle water-based emergencies, including coordinating rescues and managing the recovery of a capsized vessel.

Having one dedicated marine unit allows for a focused response while ensuring that resources are available for potential escalation of the situation. This unit is responsible for direct operations on the water and can assess the scene, communicate with other responders, and initiate rescue operations as needed.

In larger incidents, additional resources may be called in as the situation evolves or if the incident is assessed to be more complex. However, at the initial alarm level, the one marine unit ensures a structured response without overwhelming the incident command system with unnecessary additional resources. This approach also allows for quick scalability if the situation requires further intervention.