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Tragedy Strikes Off Sicily: Yacht Capsizes in Storm, Tech Mogul Among Missing

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A tragic boating accident off the coast of Sicily has left one dead and six missing, including prominent tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch. Strong winds and a tornado caused the luxury yacht 'Bayesian' to capsize, prompting a large-scale rescue operation.


Strong winds caused a sailing yacht to capsize off the coast of Sicily. At least one person died, with six others missing, including British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch.

The luxury yacht 'Bayesian', with 22 people on board, sank due to a severe thunderstorm and tornado, leading to a frantic rescue operation.

Emergency services have recovered one body and rescued 15 individuals, while the search continues for six missing people.

Witness accounts reveal chaotic scenes during the accident, with survivors recounting harrowing experiences.

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