Orcas sink tourist pleasure boat off Spain after fourth terrifying attack in one day

Killer whales are smashing into boats sailing around Spain. 11:52, Fri, Jul 24, 2026 Updated: 12:42, Fri, Jul 24, 2026 The yacht was sunk by a pod of orcas (Image: David Ryder/ZUMA Press Wire/Shutterstock)Orcas have sunk a yacht off Spain's north-west coast after ramming another three vessels in the same area. Two people aboard the pleasure craft Idem had to be rescued after its rudder was destroyed and the yacht began taking on water before sinking.The latest encounter involving the killer whales happened around 5pm yesterday just over a mile off Estaca de Bares, the northernmost point of the Iberian Peninsula in Galicia's La Coruna province. Local mayor Alfredo Dovale said a private boat came to the sailors' aid and attempted to tow the stricken yacht to shore before it disappeared beneath the waves. Get the latest news from around the world and more Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy PolicyA Spanish Coastguard vessel later ferried the pair to the nearby town of Carino w...