Local 'Deadliest Catch' captain suffers stroke
SEATTLE -- The captain of a Seattle-based boat featured in the show "Deadliest Catch" has suffered a stroke.
Phil Harris, captain of the Cornelia Marie, fell ill while off-loading in port on Sunday, according to the show's Web site. Harris is said to be receiving care at an area hospital, where his condition is not known.
On Monday, an update on the site read, "Captain Phil is resting comfortably and is in the care of excellent doctors and nurses."
The Discovery Channel reality show depicts the crab fishing industry in the dangerous waters off Alaska.
Harris has been leading the crew of the Cornelia Marie for 18 years, the show's Web site said. The crew includes Harris' sons, Jake and Josh Harris.
Anyone who wishes to leave the Harris family a message can do so on the show's message board.
Phil Harris, captain of the Cornelia Marie, fell ill while off-loading in port on Sunday, according to the show's Web site. Harris is said to be receiving care at an area hospital, where his condition is not known.
On Monday, an update on the site read, "Captain Phil is resting comfortably and is in the care of excellent doctors and nurses."
The Discovery Channel reality show depicts the crab fishing industry in the dangerous waters off Alaska.
Harris has been leading the crew of the Cornelia Marie for 18 years, the show's Web site said. The crew includes Harris' sons, Jake and Josh Harris.
Anyone who wishes to leave the Harris family a message can do so on the show's message board.