Lucky escape for crew of 10 after yacht runs aground during race in Cork harbour

The alarm was raised just after midday when a J109 yacht racing in the October league ran aground on rocks at Weaver’s Point
Lucky escape for crew of 10 after yacht runs aground during race in Cork harbour

A rescue crew inspect the boat. Picture: Crosshaven Coast Guard

Ten sailors had a lucky escape when their yacht ran aground during a race in Cork Harbour today.

The alarm was raised just after midday when the J109 yacht, Jelly Baby, which was racing in the October league, ran aground on rocks at Weaver’s Point.

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