Breaching whale capsizes fishing boat off New Hampshire coast
The incident has been reported to the Center of Coastal Studies Marine Animal Hotline and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Wednesday 24 July 2024 09:42, UK
Two people on a fishing boat had a lucky escape after a whale breached and capsized it off the New Hampshire coast.
The incident happened near Odiorne Point State Park, according to the US Coastguard.
Rescuers confirmed they had received a mayday call stating that a 23ft boat had turned over because of a whale breach.
"The occupants were ejected from the vessel as the boat capsized," the Coastguard posted on X.
"A good Samaritan recovered both individuals from the water. No injuries were reported."
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The boat crew from Station Portsmouth reported the whale appeared not to be injured.
The incident has been reported to the Center of Coastal Studies Marine Animal Hotline and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.