UK woman survives 10 hours after falling off cruise ship

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AFP Zagreb
Last Updated : Aug 20 2018 | 3:45 PM IST

A British tourist, who fell off a cruise ship near Croatia, has been rescued and is safe after spending a full night in the Adriatic Sea, officials said today.

"I was in the water for 10 hours, so these wonderful guys rescued me," the woman, appearing in good health, told Croatia's National Television (HRT) after her rescue yesterday.

"I am very lucky to be alive."
"We are very happy that the individual, who is a UK resident, is now safe and will soon be reunited with friends and family."

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First Published: Aug 20 2018 | 3:45 PM IST

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