⚓🔥 Deadliest Catch Ships Crash: Time Bandit Collides with the Wizard — How Bad Is the Damage? 😱🚢
Fans of Deadliest Catch are reeling after reports surfaced of a shocking mid-sea collision between two of the show’s most iconic vessels — the F/V Time Bandit and the F/V Wizard. During one of the roughest stretches of the Bering Sea season, chaos erupted when both ships were battling brutal winds, freezing spray, and near-zero visibility.
According to production sources, the Time Bandit, captained by the Hillstrand family, was maneuvering through dangerously icy waters when it made unexpected contact with the Wizard, helmed by Captain Keith Colburn. The impact reportedly jolted both ships, sending crew members scrambling for safety as alarms blared and deck equipment was thrown off balance.
Early reports suggest that no major injuries were sustained, though several crewmen were shaken up, and both vessels suffered noticeable structural damage. The Wizard’s starboard railing and crab pot stack reportedly took a hard hit, while the Time Bandit sustained dents and surface damage along its bow.
Insiders say tensions immediately rose between the captains as both crews assessed the situation. However, despite the shock and initial frustration, they quickly worked together to stabilize the ships and ensure everyone’s safety — a testament to their professionalism and shared respect for the sea.
While Discovery Channel has yet to release official footage, fans can expect this terrifying moment to be featured in the upcoming season of Deadliest Catch. Viewers are already calling it one of the most intense moments in the show’s history, comparing it to legendary storms and near-sinking incidents from earlier seasons.
As for the damage, repairs are reportedly underway in Dutch Harbor, with both captains determined to get their vessels back into fighting shape before the next crab run begins. But the incident has reignited a conversation among fans — is the Bering Sea becoming too dangerous for even the most seasoned captains? 🌊⚓💥
