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Distress Alert: Sailing Vessel Kiliki Overdue and in Need of Assistance

UPDATE:  The crew members were rescued.


September 27, 2024, 06:56 UTC

Source: MRCC Etel (France)


Nature of Distress:

  • Mayday Relay for overdue sailing vessel Kiliki (MMSI: 261038650)
  • Distress alert received by MRCC Etel


Last Known Position:

  • Latitude: 47°01'00.0" North
  • Longitude: 6°22'00.0" West

Description of Vessel:

  • Type: Sailing Vessel
  • Flag: Poland
  • Length Overall (LOA): 15 meters
  • Width: 5 meters

Current Situation:

  • Sailing vessel Kiliki is overdue and has issued a distress alert.
  • MRCC Etel is coordinating the search and rescue effort.

Urgent Request:

  • All vessels in the vicinity of the last known position (47°01'00.0"N 6°22'00.0"W) are requested to:
    • Maintain a sharp lookout for the vessel Kiliki.
    • Proceed to the distress position if possible.
    • Report any sightings or information to MRCC Etel immediately.

Weather Conditions in the Area:

  • Northwesterly winds at 30 knots with gusts up to 42 knots.
  • Cloudy skies with a chance of rain.
  • Waves up to 4.5 meters.

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