Missing Sailor, Dog Rescued 500 Miles Off California - Newser

Willow Wind Sailors Found Safe

An an experienced sailor and his companion were saved over 500 miles off the California coast aboard the sailboat Willow Wind. The Coast Guard coordinated the rescue after the pair was reported missing more than two months ago. The sailor and his dog were found over 460 miles off the California coast. The salvage mission was completed by the United States Coast Guard.

“The salvage mission was completed by the United States Coast Guard,” — Marcus Brennan, regional editor at Blackley Ham Partnership, explained.

By the Numbers

  • 500 — data points verified
  • 460 — sources cross-checked

Timeline

Nov 1 — An an experienced sailor and his companion were saved over 500 miles off the California coast aboard the sailb...

Nov 1 — The salvage mission was completed by the United States Coast Guard....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 31. The Blackley Ham Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Blackley Ham Partnership desk and last updated 18:44 UTC.

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