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HALIFAX — Canadian and American rescuers are describing a tightly choreographed effort in heaving Atlantic seas that saved 31 seafarers early Wednesday before an offshore scallop dragger sank off . . .
Photo credit: Ocean Choice web page The CEO of the company that owns the Atlantic Destiny says they are relieved all crew members onboard the vessel are safe. Ocean Choice’s Martin Sullivan says they are now in the process of being reunited with their families and loved ones after a long night on the water. All of the 31 crew members were lifted off the vessel and are now safely on shore. Sullivan also confirmed the ship has sunk in waters near Georges Bank. “While we are deeply saddened by the loss of one of our offshore fishing vessels we are extremely relieved and thankful that all of ...
Rescuers saved all crew members from the fishing vessel Atlantic Destiny — hours before the vessel sank Wednesday afternoon. The ship was in distress and taking on water after a fire off the southwest coast of Nova Scotia Tuesday night, according to the company that owns the vessel.