Cargo Ship Collision, 4 Dead

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A cargo ship collided with a fishing vessel on Nov 15 in Yellow sea, Shandong Province, China, reports Maritime Bulletin. 

What happened?

Cargo ship HONG YUN 9888 collided with a fishing vessel early in the morning Nov 15 in Yellow sea, some 10 nm southeast of Shidao, Shandong Province, China. 

At the time of collision, HONG YUN 9888 was sailing towards Yantai in the northern direction. 

Damage reported

Fishing vessel capsized but remained afloat partially submerged. There were 5 people on board. 

According to reports, 3 were recovered dead, 1 was rescued but later died, and 1 remains missing. 

About the vessel

Cargo ship HONG YUN 9888, MMSI 413257880, length 126 meters, flag China.

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Source: Maritime Bulletin