Sand carrier issued a distress signal requesting assistance on Oct 13, in Hainan Strait, South China, reports Maritime Bulletin.
What happened?
Sand carrier SHUNAN66 issued a distress signal at around 1800 Beijing time Oct 13 in Hainan Strait, South China, reporting imminent danger of capsizing, and requesting assistance.
Ship sank after distress signal
SAR ships and ships in the area responded. Soon after issuing distress SHUNAN66 capsized and sank.
Crew rescued?
- 4 crew managed to get to the lifeboat and few others were later picked up safely.
- 6 crew members were missing.
- 2 were spotted in water and were found dead after picking up.
- Both were identified as SHUNAN66 crew members.
- 4 crew remain missing.
About the vessel
Sand carrier SHUNAN66, MMSI 413237620, length 100 meters, flag China.
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Source: Maritime Bulletin
