The Philippine Coast Guard rescued eight crew members from a partially submerged motorized banca off Dalupiri Island, Calayan, Cagayan, on Oct. 31.
Coast Guard Station Calayan said its search and rescue team reached the location and confirmed that all eight people aboard M/B Rose Marie 1 had been accounted for.
Five crew members were brought to the shoreline of Barangay Magsidel before being transported to the Calayan Rural Health Unit for medical assessment. They were found to be in good physical condition.
A second rescue team aboard M/B Lagadan 1 went to the site to assist with towing operations and bring the remaining three crew members to shore. They were also taken to the rural health unit.
According to the physician’s evaluation, one of the three sustained a laceration on the right knee from the boat accident and was assessed for suspected hypertension. The other two were also assessed for suspected hypertension.
The Coast Guard said medical assessment and care were provided to all three crew members.
The search and rescue operation was declared successful, with all eight crew members rescued and accounted for.
The Philippine Coast Guard reaffirmed its commitment to maritime safety and providing assistance to coastal communities.
