Orcas Strike Again: Tourist Yacht Sunk Off Portugal's Coast, Air Force Rescues Family with Three Kids

Published on October 12, 2025 at 08:58 AM
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INTIMIDATING Orcas attacked another tourist yacht off the coast of Portugal.

The Portuguese Air Force was called in to rescue individuals from a yacht that was persistently struck by a pod of orcas.

Portuguese Air Force EH-101 Merlin helicopter rescuing five individuals from a fishing vessel at night.The Air Force EH-101 Merlin helicopter was deployed to rescue five individuals who were aboard the vessel. Aerial view of a vessel at sea during the night.The fishing boat that was continuously rammed by a pod of orcas.

The rescue operation was confirmed yesterday by the Portuguese Air Force, which shared footage of the moment the survivors were airlifted.


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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened to the tourist yacht off the coast of Portugal?

The tourist yacht was attacked by a pod of orcas, leading to an emergency rescue operation by the Portuguese Air Force.

How many people were rescued from the yacht?

Five individuals were rescued from the yacht by the Portuguese Air Force.

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