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Dutch Rowing Vessel Alexia in Distress Needs Assistance




UPDATE: CASE CLOSED.


May 20, 2024 (08:28 CEST)
– A distress call has been received by the US Coast Guard Atlantic Command Center (RCC Norfolk) for the Dutch rowing vessel Alexia (MMSI: 244050143).

The 34-foot white and blue pleasure craft, with four people on board, is currently located at position 38-02.334N 072-34.506W. The occupants are requesting assistance due to seasickness and dehydration on board.

Weather conditions in the area are reported as:

  • Northeasterly winds of 13 to 19 knots
  • Cloudy skies
  • Waves up to 1.7 meters

RCC Norfolk is requesting all mariners transiting the area to:

  • Maintain a sharp lookout
  • Assist Alexia if possible
  • Report any sightings or contact with the vessel to RCC Norfolk

Additional Information:

  • Alexia is a pleasure craft sailing under the flag of the Netherlands.
  • The vessel's overall length (LOA) is 11 meters and her width is 2 meters.

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