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Capsize Safety & Rescue

Santa Cruz: July 5, 1969

Account of the tragic death of Jay Dormin and the loss of his wife and crew during a terrible accident at Santa Cruz. The article examines the circumstances of the capsizing, rescue efforts, recovery, and subsequent investigation into water safety and boat design issues.

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  • Santa Cruz
  • death
  • Jay Dormin
  • tragedy
  • safety
  • waterlogging