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Posted on 22 Nov 2008

P&O Cruise liner rescues crew

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P&O Cruise liner rescues crew

Posted on 22 Nov 2008
A four man crew of the Sambaluka, a New Zealand yacht, were rescued by P&O cruise ship Pacific Sun off the coast of Australia. The ship changed its course returning from Brisbane to rescue the crew of 4 ( two Frenchmen, a New Zealander, and an American) who abandoned the yacht. An (AMSA) spokesman said none of the crew were injured. "I understand they are wet, a bit frightened, but okay," The Pacific Sun was due to arrive in Brisbane at 6am today but arrivals and departures will now be delayed.

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