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Flying Dutchman

Flying Dutchman

Flying Dutchman
Photo: RNLI

The 2-masted sailing vessel Flying Dutchman ran aground in Oban Bay. The Flying Dutchman had run aground during low tide on a reef locally known as “The Scrat”.  The RNLI lifeboat responded to the scene and help disembark the passengers safely. The Flying Dutchman later refloated on the rising tide and was towed by the lifeboat to the pier in Oban.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution.

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Flying Dutchman

Flying Dutchman

Photo: KNRM

 

The 40 meter long schooner Flying Dutchman became disabled while sailing in the IJsselmeer.  The schooner’s engine had failed and the vessel requested assistance from the KNRM.   The KNRM lifeboat was able to reach the scene and kept the schooner from going aground while waiting for a tug.   The tug took the Flying Dutchman under tow and proceeded to Urk, Netherlands.  The vessel was inspected and no reports of damage.   No injuries or pollution being released.

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