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A tragic incident unfolded off the coast of Cornwall on January 3, 2012, when severe weather wreaked havoc in the English Channel, resulting in the death of one crew member and injuries to two others. At approximately 11:40 AM, Falmouth Coastguard dispatched a rescue helicopter from RNAS Culdrose to assist the crew of the IOM-registered chemical tanker, Annie PG. The vessel encountered monstrous waves estimated at 30 feet, in conjunction with fierce winds reaching 40 knots. During the tumultuous conditions, the crew was engaged in securing loose equipment on the open deck when an unexpectedly large wave crashed against the ship, leading to the unfortunate series of events. The rescue helicopter successfully airlifted three crew members; two were taken to the Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro for medical treatment, while the third was flown to Derriford Hospital in Plymouth, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Despite the harrowing circumstances, the Annie PG sustained no critical damage and is on course to arrive at Falmouth later today, January 4, 2012. This incident underscores the dangers that maritime crews face while working under severe weather conditions. Updates and additional coverage can be found on BBC's report about the situation.