From SA:
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Rescue operation to save yachties
The Press | Monday, 18 February 2008


A rescue operation is under way to save 10 people aboard a French racing yacht 80 miles off the coast of Dunedin, New Zealand


The boat capsized a short while ago.

A police southern communications centre spokesman said a mayday call was received just before 1.40pm.

It was believed the yacht was French and had a crew of 10, but little else was known.

The Wellington-based Rescue Co-ordination Centre (RCC) was handling the emergency.

"We're assisting them with mobilising the water rescue squad from Dunedin," a spokesman told NZPA.

RCC spokesman Ross Henderson told NZPA four helicopters were on their way to the yacht.


Later reports confirm it is Groupama 3.

Bummer.