Article 5T5YM More than 130 people rescued after becoming stranded in the Channel

More than 130 people rescued after becoming stranded in the Channel

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Makeshift vessels got into trouble attempting to make crossing from France to the UK

More than 130 people have been rescued after their makeshift vessels became stranded in the Channel as they tried to reach Britain from France, French authorities said.

Two navy vessels and two lifeboats brought the 138 refugees back to shore after authorities were informed on Thursday that many boats trying to cross the Channel were in trouble".

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