Distress Call Issued for Small Vessel "Nec Aspera Terrent"

Issued: December 8, 2024 (20:45 UTC) - Received December 9, 2024 (04:45 UTC)

Source: MRCC Rabat (Morocco)

A PAN-PAN distress call has been issued for the small vessel "Nec Aspera Terrent."

Details:

Vessel Name: Nec Aspera Terrent
Type: Rannoch
MMSI: 232024485
Call Sign: MGDE6
Color: Orange
Last Position: 29°20′N 011°30′W
Reason for Distress: Large storm approaching

Urgency: All vessels in the vicinity of 29°20′N 011°30′W are requested to keep a sharp lookout and assist the "Nec Aspera Terrent" if possible. Please report any contact with the vessel to MRCC Rabat or the nearest coast station.

Additional Information:

The "Nec Aspera Terrent" is a British pleasure craft with a length of 8 meters and a width of 2 meters.
Weather conditions in the area: North-northeasterly winds at 24 knots with gusts up to 32 knots, increasing. Partly cloudy skies. Wave heights up to 4 meters.

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