The owners told officials they thought the vessel was secured enough; however, it broke free during Sunday's severe weather.
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After waiting out high water levels and heavy winds, crews were able to safely remove the boat on Tuesday.
NC Wildlife officers connected their boat to a tree and then connected a winch to the pontoon to pull it to shore.
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The Columbus Fire Department posted the rescue on Facebook. It was viewed more than 42,000 times.
The dam was not damaged.