Rescuers among three dead after yacht sinks off Australian coast
Summary
A yacht sank near the coast of New South Wales, Australia, leading to the deaths of three men, including two volunteer rescuers whose rescue boat capsized in rough waters. The yacht broke apart after hitting a break wall, and emergency services responded, but the rescue ended tragically.Key Facts
- The incident happened near South Ballina on the NSW coast, close to the Queensland border.
- Six Marine Rescue NSW volunteers went to help the yacht but their rescue boat capsized in rough sea conditions.
- Two volunteer rescuers, aged 78 and 62, died in the rescue attempt.
- A third man, believed to be connected to the yacht, was found dead on the shore and was not wearing a life jacket.
- Four other rescuers survived with minor injuries and were treated in hospital.
- The yacht struck the break wall and broke apart before sinking.
- Police are investigating how the yacht came so close to the break wall and may send divers to collect evidence.
- The rescue volunteers are recognized for risking their lives to help others in dangerous situations.
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