Canadian Rescued After Yacht Found Submerged in Remote Part of Indian Ocean

A Canadian tourist is reported to be in good health after his yacht was found by Australian rescuers partially submerged in a remote part of the Indian Ocean. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority, or AMSA, says the man was reported to be travelling from Darwin, on the northern tip of Australia, to the Aussie territory […]

Canadian Rescued After Yacht Found Submerged in Remote Part of Indian Ocean

TL;DR

  • A Canadian tourist was rescued after his yacht was found partially submerged in the Indian Ocean.
  • Australian rescuers found the man in his dinghy.
  • The tourist was traveling from Darwin, Australia, to Christmas Island.
  • His failure to check in with family prompted the search.
  • The yacht was located about 1,000 kilometers east-southeast of Christmas Island.