A life raft adrift in the ocean after a whale collision

Whale Collision Leaves Yacht Crew Stranded for 18 Hours in South Pacific

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Four individuals were stranded for 18 hours in a life raft after their yacht was struck by a whale in the South Pacific. One crew member remarked on the rarity of the incident, comparing it to winning the lottery. The group was eventually rescued, highlighting the dangers of unexpected wildlife encounters at sea.

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Originally published by nyt