US Coast Guard Rescue Injured British Yacht Sailors

Despite what appeared to be a long, incredible rescue at Sea, the crew was positive about the experience in the end. Severe Helm Damage; Feelings of defeat; but they persisted!



BBC News Sangita Myska reports.April 2, 2012, two of the four injured sailors from the Geraldton Western Australia yacht have been taken on board a US coastguard ship for treatment.


The crew members were hurt when a huge wave crashed into their boat during the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race.

The four, three Britons and an Australian, suffered a range of injuries during a storm in the Pacific Ocean, 400 miles off California.

:::: Until Next Time: à Donf ::::



Tags:  Rescue, Sailing, Around the World Challenge