In the vast sea, a search is on for six adult male fishermen reportedly missing after leaving Hout Bay and Hawston.
Amidst the vast expanse of the sea, a search effort is underway for six adult male fishermen who are reportedly missing after setting out from Hout Bay and Hawston., has gone missing, leaving families, friends, and the maritime community on edge.
Prompted by the fishermen’s failure to return, concerned loved ones alerted the NSRI on Sunday morning. Furthermore, this initiated a coordinated search.Since then, the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre has led a coordinated search operation. Various agencies, including the Transnet National Ports Authority , NSRI units, and police services, support efforts focused on the deep waters south and southwest of Cape Point, where the fishermen were last believed to be.
Additionally, in response to the urgency of the situation, Telkom Maritime Radio Services have issued marine VHF radio broadcasts. Urging all vessels in the vicinity to remain vigilant. Meanwhile, ski-boat mobile units and local maritime communities have mobilised, amplifying the call for assistance.As families grapple with the uncertainty of their loved ones’ fate, missing persons cases haveThe NSRI commends the bravery and solidarity displayed by all vessels involved in the operation.
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