One of Robin Knox-Johnston’s Clipper Race yachts California, which lost her mast in a 120 degree roll, has a Danish registered tanker, Nord Nightingale, standing by.
The 180-metre tanker was on passage from Yokohama to Los Angeles and diverted by US Coastguard last night. It’s a standard rule of the sea that vessels divert when another is in distress and the intention was to transfer injured crew member Clive Cockram on board.
Clive was sitting in the saloon when the boat rolled and was thrown across the cabin, ending up with cuts to his head. He responded well to treatment but it is prudent to ensure that he swiftly gets the best medical care.
Read the full story here: http://www.yachtingmonthly.com/news/447860/tanker-stands-by-clipper-yacht
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