Men describe rescuing passengers of Northeast Airlines plane after it crashed into the East River

George and the narrator were preparing to leave when they heard engines fail and a crash. They quickly went to the site and found a plane in the water with people on the wings. They rescued around 25 people, with a commercial tug arriving later to assist. The rescued individuals were cold and wet but mostly unharmed. The rescuers transferred them to a tug for warmth and then to a police station.

What were George and his companion doing when they first heard the plane crash?

• They were on their barge.

• They were already on the water.

• They were at the police station.

• They were preparing to leave for their barge.

How many people did George and his companion estimate they rescued?

• About 25 people

• About 20 people

• About 15 people

• About 30 people

What was the condition of most of the rescued individuals?

• They were unconscious.

• They were unharmed and dry.

• They were cold, wet, and some were in shock.

• They were injured and needed medical attention.

How long after the crash did the commercial tug arrive to assist?

• 15 minutes later

• 5 minutes later

• 10 minutes later

• 20 minutes later

What did George and his companion do with the rescued individuals after taking them off the plane?

• They transferred them to a tug for warmth and comfort.

• They took them to the hospital.

• They took them to their barge.

• They left them on the shore.