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Here’s What Happened to Captain Keith Colburn’s F/V, the Wizard, on ‘Deadliest Catch’

Here’s What Happened to Captain Keith Colburn’s F/V, the Wizard, on ‘Deadliest Catch’

Keith Colburn, posing for a portrait photo, in Deadliest Catch Season 20.

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It’s been a milestone year for Deadliest Catch. Now in its 20th monumental season, viewers have witnessed the highs and lows of life on the Bering Sea. For Captain Keith Colburn, Fishing Vessel Wizard was rocked to its core when a fire broke out at the start of the season. It was another blow for the seasoned captain and his vessel. With a terrifying moment captured on screen, viewers were able to witness just how the legendary Deadliest Catch star handled the situation. So what exactly happened? Did he scream his way out of trouble? It’s time to find out!

Deadliest Catch has been Discovery Channel’s premiere program since 2005. Capturing the lives of the crew aboard various fishing vessels in Alaska, Deadliest Catch is the high-stakes adventure of the fleet as they battle the elements at sea and onboard. With 20 landmark seasons, viewers have borne witness to some of the most terrifying and thrilling moments on  television.

The Heat Was on Aboard the F/V Wizard

As all reality television series should, the premiere episode of a season should start off with something exciting and enticing. But what may be captivating for viewers may be terrifying for the individuals going through it. Such was the case during the premiere episode of Deadliest Catch Season 20. Prior to the start of the season, Captain Keith Colburn’s claim to fame included him being one of the safest captains, with no major injuries under his watch. It was a bit of a tease for what was to come. The Wizard, the storied Deadliest Catch vessel, engaged in a major emergency when it experienced a fire onboard. Captain Keith alerted his crew that he had smoke on the bow, causing the crew to jump into action to discover the source. The fire, which seemingly began below deck, caused the crew to explore the cause and ensure that the captain’s crew was safe. Unfortunately, this was not the case, there was someone missing. Where was Tyler Gateman?

Upon asking for a headcount, the crew alerted Captain Keith that deckhand Tyler Gateman was unaccounted for. The crew raced to rescue the deckhand, who was screaming for help behind the wall of fire. Fortunately, Tyler was rescued as the rest of the crew put out the potentially fatal fire and hoisted him to safety. Tyler was brought inside as he coughed, gasping for air as he was trying to regain control of himself. The event completely shook Captain Keith as he realized that he had almost lost his best friend’s son. The terrifying moment continued to define the harsh realities of Deadliest Catch. For a show that has had accusations of being staged, this was anything but.

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