20 crew members rescued from sinking cargo dhow east of Ormara: ISPR

The Pakistan Navy, in coordination with the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency, has successfully rescued all 20 Pakistani crew members from a sinking cargo dhow operating east of Ormara, reported 24NewsHD TV Channel. 

According to details shared by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Thursday. The vessel was experiencing severe flooding, adding that all crew members were successfully rescued in a swift and coordinated emergency response. 

The PNS Hunain and aerial assets were diverted for the operation upon receiving a distress call at the Joint Maritime Information Coordination Centre, it noted.

“All 20 crew members were safely recovered from the distressed vessel due to the professionalism displayed by the rescuers,” the ISPR statement said, adding that those rescued all Pakistanis  were being provided necessary medical attention.

The successful operation underscores Pakistan Navy’s and Pakistan Maritime Security Agency unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety of life at sea and its readiness to respond to maritime emergencies around the clock.