Four British Nationals Missing After Yacht Sinks Off Sicily
One person has died and four British nationals are missing after a yacht sank off the coast of Sicily, Italian media has reported.
Cause of the Sinking
The cause of the sinking is still unknown, but bad weather is believed to have been a factor.
Survivors' Accounts
A British mother on board the yacht has described holding her baby girl above the surface of the sea to save her from drowning.
Another survivor, a man named Jonathan Bloomer, said that he and his wife were able to escape the yacht by jumping into the water.
Search and Rescue Operation
A search and rescue operation is currently underway, involving the Italian Coast Guard and other vessels.
List of Missing Individuals
The four British nationals who are still missing are:
- Jonathan Bloomer
- Chris Morvillo
- Nada Bloomer
- Mike Lynch
The other two missing individuals are believed to be Italian nationals.
Conclusion
The sinking of the yacht is a tragic event, and our thoughts are with the families of the victims and the missing.
We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available.
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