Egyptian authorities have reported that 28 people have been rescued while 17 remain missing after a tourist boat sank in the Red Sea.
The distress signal from the vessel, Sea Story, was received at 5:30 am local time (03:30 GMT) on Sunday.
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The boat had departed from a port near Marsa Alam on Saturday for a five-day diving trip, carrying 31 tourists and 14 crew members, according to Red Sea province governor Maj-Gen Amr Hanafi.
Survivors were found in the Wadi el-Gemal area, south of Marsa Alam, and are currently receiving medical care. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with the Egyptian Navy warship El Fateh and military aircraft deployed to search for the missing passengers.
Marsa Alam, located on Egypt’s southern Red Sea coast, is a popular destination known for its world-class diving spots and vibrant coral reefs.
The Sea Story, owned and operated by Egypt-based Dive Pro Liveaboard, was reportedly built in 2022. According to the operator’s website, the 44-meter (144-foot) vessel has four decks and 18 cabins, accommodating up to 36 passengers. Dive Pro Liveaboard has not yet issued a statement regarding the incident.
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