The first ship on the scene was the Irish patrol vessel , which suffered damage in the heavy seas and was forced to return to port. The British frigate arrived the following day to provide aid. Rescue efforts had been hampered by the poor weather. The three seriously injured crewmen were evacuated by "Montrose"s helicopter and flown directly to Sligo, Ireland. One sailor died of his injuries shortly after arrival. "Chicoutimi" was taken in tow on 7 October and arrived back at Faslane on 9 October.