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Possible Distress Situation: S/V Vicarello in the Atlantic


RCC Delgado received a report of two flares, one white and one red, sighted around 1330 UTC on 03 January 2025, in the approximate position of 18-27.48N 038-32.15W.

While the source of the flares remains unconfirmed, RCC Delgado suspects they may have been launched by the S/V Vicarello, a 12-meter white catamaran sailing under the French flag. The last known position of the S/V Vicarello was on 28 December 2024 at 23-48.18N 042-22.25W, with Martinique as their intended destination on 06 January 2025.

Current Conditions:

  • Wind: 10 knots with gusts up to 15 knots from the Northeast.
  • Waves: 2.5 meters.
  • Forecast: Improving conditions in the coming hours.

Urgent Request:

All vessels in the vicinity are requested to keep a sharp lookout for the S/V Vicarello and report any sightings or signs of distress to RCC Norfolk or RCC Delgado immediately.

Note: This information is based on the provided report and may be subject to change.



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