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ATTACKED by ORCAS | SAILING through the DANGER ZONE | EP28
3. juli 2024 · 33 min · 154K visninger · Atlantic Ocean
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A crew of four delivering a sailboat from the Canary Islands to mainland Spain experiences two separate orca attacks while transiting the approach to the Strait of Gibraltar.26:27 During the night, orcas strike the rudder twice, rendering the steering system inoperable and forcing the crew to maneuver using the engine and bow thruster.26:58 The vessel maintains structural integrity with no water ingress, allowing the crew to motor 13 miles to a marina near Cadiz.27:31 Throughout the passage, the crew monitors orca interaction reports via mobile apps, noting a high density of incidents near the Strait.2:28 They attempt to mitigate risk by staying within the 20-meter depth contour, a strategy commonly cited by sailors to avoid orca encounters.23:47 Upon arrival, the crew confirms the rudder sustained significant damage, requiring professional assessment at the marina.28:49 Maintaining a 20-meter depth and keeping the engine ready for immediate maneuvering are critical when transiting known orca interaction zones.
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