Orcas Sink 15-Meter Yacht in Strait of Gibraltar, Crew Rescued by Oil Tanker

May 14, 2024, 07:01 AM

A sailing yacht sank in the Strait of Gibraltar after being rammed by a group of orcas, according to Spain’s maritime rescue service. The incident, which occurred in Moroccan waters, marks the latest in a series of similar attacks over the past four years. The yacht's owners were rescued by a passing oil tanker. The vessel, measuring 15 meters, is the first to be sunk by orcas this year. These attacks, attributed to a killer whale known as Gladis, have become a concerning trend, with orcas increasingly targeting boats in the area since 2020.