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VisitWill there be another orca attack on yachts in the Strait of Gibraltar by the end of 2024?
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Reports from Spain's maritime rescue service or similar authorities
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.
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