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Darla Jean Wrecks on Fanning Island

By Richard | December 5, 2007 | Fanning Island, Kiribati |

"On the morning of December 2, the 47-ft San Francisco-based motorsailer Darla Jean wrecked on the reef on the southeast side of Fanning Atoll in the Central Pacific," report Robby and Lorraine Coleman, who have been there for several months aboard their Honolulu-based Angelman ketch Southern Cross. "It’s our understanding that Jerry and Darla, the skipper and his wife, as well as their dog and macaw all survived."

"According to what we’ve heard, the boat left San Francisco on September 20th bound for Hawaii, but had various problems that left her unable to either sail or motor. As such, the Darla Jean simply drifted until she washed ashore here. The couple report not needing any help at this time."

If anybody knows any more about this couple or their boat, we’d love to fill in the blanks. Email Richard with any info.

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