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Distress Call Issued for Missing Sloop in Tyrrhenian Sea

 

The Italian Coast Guard (IMRCC Rome) has issued a distress call for a missing sloop in the Tyrrhenian Sea. The vessel (name "Janina") , a 17-meter long boat from 1939 with sail number X-G 21, departed from Elba Island two weeks ago bound for the coast of Sardinia with one person on board.

Call to Action for All Ships in the Area

All ships currently transiting the Tyrrhenian Sea are urged to be on high alert and report any sightings or relevant information to the Italian Coast Guard authorities.

Contact Details for IMRCC Rome

  • Telephone: +39 06 5924145 or +39 06 59084409
  • Fax: +39 06 5922737 or +39 06 59084793
  • Inmarsat C: 424744220
  • Email: itmrcc@mit.gov.it

Acknowledgement Requested

If you have received this message, please acknowledge receipt by email to the Italian Coast Guard, including your ship's satellite phone number, if available.

Time is of the Essence

The longer the missing sloop remains unaccounted for, the greater the risk to the person on board. By working together, maritime authorities and mariners in the area can increase the chances of a successful rescue.





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