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Fishing boat sinks in southern China, killing 2

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A fishing boat sank in southern China, killing 2.

The video was filmed in Fuzhou City in Fujian Province on March 14. The Fujian Maritime Bureau dispatching "Haixun 0802" and other forces to the scene to carry out the rescue operation.

The fishing vessel "Minlongyu 61222" sank in the waters near Dongding Island with 6 people on board.

The Fujian Maritime Search and Rescue Center immediately activated emergency response plans, organising search and rescue operations.

They dispatched maritime and rescue professionals to the scene to conduct sea and air search and rescue efforts, while coordinating nearby fishing vessels and passing merchant ships to participate in the rescue.

According to rescue personnel on the scene, the preliminary assessment indicates that the fishing vessel sank after hitting a reef. Further investigation is needed to determine the exact circumstances.

As of now, 2 distressed individuals have been rescued, the bodies of 2 deceased individuals have been recovered, and 2 people are still missing.

The search and rescue operation is still underway. The video was provided by local media with permission.

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