Sea warnings

February 28, 2025 – A PAN-PAN distress message has been issued for the sailing vessel Skyfall (MMSI: 235099478), a 13-meter sailing yacht flying the United Kingdom flag. The vessel is experiencing critical rigging issues and is at risk of losing its mast. The crew has requested urgent assistance. Distress Details Message Received: February 25, 2025, at 05:57 UTC Vessel Name: Skyfall (Call Sign: 2GPT6) Position: 22° 22' 26.4" S, 001° 31' 42.0" W Crew Onboard: 2 persons Issue: Loose rigging, expected mast loss Assistance Required: Additional diesel jerry cans from nearby vessels Weather Conditions in the Area Wind: 15 knots, gusting to 19 knots from ESE Wave Height: 1.9 meters Sky Conditions: Mostly clear to partly cloudy Call for Assistance Any vessels in the vicinity are strongly encouraged to assist. Skyfall requires extra fuel to maintain power and stability as the crew deals with their rigging failure. Mariners able to provide aid should report to ...

  Date: February 27, 2025 Issued by: IMRCC Rome - Italian Coast Guard Subject: Search and Rescue Case SPOC 135 The Italian Coast Guard has issued an urgent maritime alert for all ships transiting in the area to assist in locating a possible aircraft landing at sea. This request is made in accordance with the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and the International Convention on Maritime Search and Rescue (SAR) Hamburg, 1979. Last Known Position Latitude: 41° 00'N Longitude: 10° 30'E Time of last detection: February 27, 2025, 12:18 UTC All vessels in the vicinity are requested to: Increase their lookout service. Report any sightings or relevant information immediately to SAR authorities. Maintain vigilance and communicate any updates without delay. Contact Information For any positive sightings or relevant information, please contact  IMRCC Rome or  MRSC Olbia . Weather Conditions in the Area Wind: 18 knots from the northwest, with gusts u...

On February 26, 2025, at 14:15:10 UTC, a distress signal was received from the sailing vessel OVIRI . The vessel, registered under the flag of New Caledonia , has a length of 12 meters and a beam of 4 meters . The OVIRI is identified by the call sign FAJ9512 and MMSI number 540022030 . Vessel and Crew Information Ship Name: OVIRI Type: Sailing Vessel Hull Color: White Persons on Board: 2 GEERAERTS LUBIN GEERAERTS STANISLAS (Owner) Last Known Position: February 21, 2025, at 17:47:12 GMT Coordinates: 01°51.55S - 034°31.24W Destination: Martinique Equipment Onboard: No further information available Contact Onboard: +687 95 22 80 Weather Conditions in the Area Wind Speed: 4 knots with gusts up to 10 knots from the East-Northeast Sky Conditions: Clear to partly cloudy Wave Height: 1.6 meters Current Status and Search Efforts The vessel's distress signal indicates a potential emergency situation. Given the last known position in the South Atlantic Ocean , approximately midwa...

Fort-de-France, February 18, 2025 – Maritime authorities have issued a PAN-PAN alert regarding the catamaran El Rey , which has been reported missing in the Caribbean. The vessel, carrying six people, was last in contact on February 16 at 03:58 UTC from position 14°27'N - 061°36'W after departing from Martinique Island . Vessel Information Name: El Rey Type: Sailing Vessel MMSI: 368400990 Flag: USA Length Overall (LOA): 12 meters Beam: 6 meters Hull Color: White Search and Alert The Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (MRCC) Fort-de-France is leading the search efforts and urges all vessels in the vicinity to: Maintain a sharp lookout for El Rey . Attempt to contact the vessel via VHF and request its position. Report any sightings or relevant information to MRCC Fort-de-France. Weather Conditions Current conditions in the search area: Winds : East at 17 knots , gusting up to 23 knots Cloud cover : Mostly cloudy, with a low chance of rain Sea state : Waves reaching 1.6 m...

  February 17, 2025 The Joint Rescue Coordination Center (JRCC) of Cape Verde has issued an overdue vessel alert for a fishing boat reported missing south of Santiago Island. Authorities are calling for assistance and any relevant information regarding the vessel's whereabouts. Vessel Details: Type: Fishing Boat Color: Blue and White MMSI: Not Available Call Sign: Not Available Last Known Position: South of Santiago Island Persons on Board (POB): 1 Equipment on Board: Not Available Assistance Required: Search and Rescue (SAR) Weather Conditions: Wind: North-East at 18 knots, with gusts up to 24 knots Wave Height: 2.4 meters Sky: Clear to partly cloudy Authorities urge any vessels in the vicinity or individuals with relevant information to report immediately to JRCC Cape Verde. Any updates on the situation will be provided as more details become available.

Rome, February 14, 2025 – The Italian Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (IMRCC) in Rome has issued an urgent alert regarding a Belgian-flagged sailing boat that activated a VHF DSC distress signal. All ships transiting in the area are urged to maintain a sharp lookout and report any possible sightings. The distress alert was received under the provisions of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and the International Convention on Maritime Search and Rescue (SAR) of Hamburg 1979. The IMRCC is coordinating search and rescue operations to locate the missing vessel. Weather Conditions in the Search Area: Currently, the weather in the region is relatively calm, with winds blowing from the west-southwest at 8 knots, gusting up to 12 knots, and good visibility. However, conditions are expected to deteriorate in the coming hours. Winds will strengthen to 15-20 knots, and by early tomorrow, waves up to 2.3 meters and winds reaching 21 knots are forecasted. All ve...

Laborie Bay Area, Saint Lucia – A search is underway for a 74-year-old man who has been missing since February 3rd. The man was last seen setting nets using a white surfboard in the Laborie Bay area. Authorities are concerned he may have drifted west of Saint Lucia. A PAN PAN distress call was issued on February 10, 2025, at 06:53:20 Z by MRCC Fort de France, urging all vessels in the area to maintain a vigilant lookout. The missing man is described as 74 years old. Details regarding his clothing or other identifying features have not yet been released. The prevailing weather conditions in the search area are East Northeast winds at 19 knots, with gusts up to 25 knots. Waves are reported up to 1 meter in height, and the sky is partly cloudy. These conditions could pose challenges to search efforts. MRCC Fort de France is coordinating the search and has requested that any sightings or information related to the missing man be reported immediately. The Saint Lucia Coast Guard is...

  Date: February 5, 2025 Source: RCC Norfolk On February 5, 2025, at 15:05 UTC, the Rescue Coordination Center (RCC) Norfolk received an unregistered Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) alert at position 30-35.7N 068-30.3W , approximately 300 nautical miles off the U.S. East Coast. The country of origin for the distress signal is listed as the United States. Advisory to Mariners Mariners transiting the area are urged to exercise caution, verify their own emergency equipment, maintain a sharp lookout, and provide assistance if possible. Any relevant information should be reported immediately to RCC Norfolk. Weather Conditions in the Area Wind: 15 knots, gusting up to 24 knots from the northeast. Waves: Up to 2 meters. Sky Conditions: Clear. Given the relatively moderate sea conditions, vessels in the vicinity may be able to assist should a distress situation be confirmed.

A maritime distress alert has been issued for an unknown vessel in the South Atlantic. The last recorded position of the vessel is 31°52'42"S 039°24'30"W . Authorities are requesting all navigators in the area to remain vigilant, report any sightings, and provide information to the appropriate channels. Distress Alert Details: Last Known Position: 31°52'42"S 039°24'30"W Vessel Status: Unknown Action Required: Mariners in the vicinity are urged to search for any signs of the vessel and report findings immediately. Weather Conditions in the Area: Wind: Currently 6 knots from the north, expected to strengthen to 14 knots in the coming hours. Wave Height: Up to 1.9 meters. Weather: Overcast skies with a possibility of rain and thunderstorms. Mariners navigating through the region are urged to exercise caution due to the worsening weather conditions and remain alert for any distress signals or signs of the unknown vessel. Authorities are coordinatin...