Distress Alert Issued for Yacht SWAN GALIANA

The United Kingdom Coastguard is coordinating a response to a distress alert received from the yacht SWAN GALIANA.

Details of the Distress Alert:

Time: The alert was received at 07:18:42 UTC on June 7, 2024.
Position: The yacht's reported position is 51° 51.7N 018° 21.1W.
Nature of Distress: The nature of the distress is currently unknown.

Call to Action for Vessels in the Area:

The United Kingdom Coastguard is requesting any vessels in the vicinity of the SWAN GALIANA to proceed to her last known position and attempt to establish contact with the yacht.

Additional Yacht Information:

MMSI: 235016454
Flag: United Kingdom
Type: Sailing Vessel
Length: 20 meters (65.6 feet)
Width: 4 meters (13.1 feet)

Weather Conditions at Last Reported Position:

Wind: Northwesterly at 19 knots with gusts up to 29 knots
Sky: Overcast
Waves: 2.3 meters (7.5 feet)

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