PCG rescues 6 passengers on distressed motor banca in Basilan

Six passengers abroad a motor banca in Pandak Island, Hadji Muhtamad, Basilan were rescued by the Philippine Coast Guard, Feb. 28, 2023. (Photo courtesy of PCG)

By Katrina Gracia Consebido

 

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) rescued six stranded passengers aboard a distressed motor banca in Pandak Island, Hadji Muhtamad in Basilan.

The distressed motor banca, captained by 38-year-old Gabby Mundih, left Jolo, Sulu towards Zamboanga City.

The motor banca sank after high waves damaged the boat’s hull, causing it to submerge.

PCG immediately sent a search and rescue crew to find the motor banca and recover the passengers to bring them to Coast Guard Sub-Station Maluso. – gb 

 

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