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Coast Guard rescues 34 passengers from stricken vessel off Palawan
The Philippine Coast Guard responded swiftly to rescue all 34 passengers aboard a motorized banca that lost engine power in Taytay Bay on Monday. The group was traveling to visit family grave sites during the observance period.
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CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Philippine Coast Guard successfully rescued 34 persons after their motorized banca encountered engine failure in waters off Taytay, Palawan on Monday.
The vessel, identified as MBCA Kin J-Mar, was en route to Barangay Casian in Taytay when mechanical problems left it adrift in Taytay Bay. Coast Guard personnel responded to the distress call and safely evacuated all passengers from the disabled craft.
According to the Coast Guard District Calapan, the passengers were traveling as a group to visit the graves of departed family members during the observance period. All individuals were accounted for and no injuries were reported during the rescue operation.
The incident underscores the importance of regular vessel maintenance and adherence to maritime safety protocols. The Coast Guard reminded boat operators to ensure their vessels undergo proper inspections before embarking on voyages and to maintain communication systems to summon assistance when necessary.