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January 17, 2020 03:54

Ocean Viking first assessment: overcrowded, about 50 people, no lifejackets. The engine doesn’t work

Blue wooden boat is overcrowded, about 50 people on board, no lifejackets, all exposed to the elements and the engine doesn’t work.

Distress phase: the boat and its occupants are threatened by grave and imminent danger and require immediate assistance.