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Operation To Retrieve Sunken Yacht Off Shanklin Beach

A yacht which sank off Shanklin beach is to be retrieved this afternoon (Tuesday).

The vessel got into difficulty on Sunday, near Small Hope Beach.

A small amount of fuel was spilled into the water.

An Isle of Wight Council spokesperson said:

"Following the stranding of a vessel off Small Hope Beach, Shanklin, an operation will be underway this afternoon (Tuesday) to recover the yacht.

"The vessel will be lifted on to the beach, and the seabed will be inspected to remove any other debris that can be located.

"The small amount of fuel that spilt yesterday appears to have dispersed and at present there does not appear to be any further risk of pollution. "

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