Tragic Sinking of Tourist Submarine Off Hurghada Leaves Six Dead, Nine Injured
A tourist submarine sank off Hurghada, Egypt, resulting in at least six feared dead and nine injured. Local reports indicate the incident occurred during a coral reef excursion, with 29 passengers rescued. The submarine, identified as Sindbad, was reportedly carrying around 40 tourists when it sank. Past incidents in the Red Sea underscore ongoing safety concerns.
A tragic incident occurred off the coast of Hurghada, Egypt, where a tourist submarine is feared to have resulted in at least six fatalities and injured nine individuals. Reports indicate that the submarine sank early Thursday, March 27, in the Red Sea, prompting an emergency response. Among the injured, four individuals are reported to be in critical condition and have been transferred to local hospitals.
Local media sources affirm that approximately 29 passengers were successfully rescued from the sunken vessel, which was identified as the Sindbad submarine, belonging to Sindbad Submarines. It is alleged that there were roughly 40 tourists on board, engaged in a recreational excursion to view the vibrant coral reefs in the region.
In November 2024, a similar tragedy struck the Red Sea when a tourist boat sank, leading to the death or disappearance of 11 individuals. A survivor from that incident, Lucianna Galetta from Belgium, recounted her ordeal of spending 35 hours trapped with her partner in the engine room of the sinking vessel, expressing their helplessness.
The news media has reached out to Sindbad Submarines for official commentary regarding the unfortunate event as investigations continue to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the submarine’s sinking.
This tragic event marks another instance of maritime disaster in the Red Sea, raising concerns about the safety of tourist excursions. The rescue of 29 individuals offers some hope amid the tragedy, yet sorrow looms for the families of the victims. As authorities investigate, the stories of survivors highlight the urgent need for enhanced safety measures in the region’s tourist activities.
Original Source: people.com
