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Open Ocean Rescue: ABANDON SHIP (Pt. 3/4)
9 novembre 2023 · 23 min · 358K vues
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The crew of SV Zingaro completes the rescue of the sailors from SV Yara, a vessel that suffered a dismasting in the Pacific Ocean. After the mast broke at the top and dislodged from the deck, the crew of SV Yara spent six days drifting while attempting to clear the rig from the water and restart the engine, which had been contaminated by water in the fuel tank.8:23 They eventually requested fuel assistance to motor toward the Marquesas before deciding to abandon the vessel.11:57 The rescue concludes with the arrival of all eight people in Panama, where the crew of SV Zingaro navigates a severe lightning storm during the final 40 miles of the transit.17:26 The rescued captain sustained an infected leg injury during the recovery efforts, which required cleaning and dressing by a combat medic on board.1:55 The rescue operation highlights the challenges of managing a disabled vessel in open water and the eventual decision to prioritize crew safety over salvage.
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