The boat moved to 40 passengers. Some of them are still lost.
A Tourist submarine who did an excursion in the Red Seanear the coast of Egypthe sank, leaving a balance of at least six deaths. The boat transported approximately 40 passengersof which 29 were rescuedwhile others remain missing. According to local media, the incident occurred off the coast of Hurghadaa destination known for their beaches and coral reefs.
The rescue teams managed to evacuate 29 people, four of whom were transferred to medical centers due to their Critical status. According to official sources, the “Sindbad” submarine He had about 40 passengers on board and search operations continue tirelessly.
The company that owns the boat manages two of the 14 recreational submarines in operation worldwide, designed to dive until 25 meters and allow the exploration of reefs.
They managed to rescue 29 submarine passengers
He Russian consulate He informed that the 29 rescued are stablealthough nine people They suffered wounds In the incident. The exact amount of crew on board has not been determined.
The wrecked submarine, belonging to the company Sindbad SubmarinesI had 44 seats For passengers, in addition to two for the pilots, and had individual windows of observation, according to the official portal of the company. The exact causes of the sinking are still unknown.
Authorities of General Consulate of Russia in Hurghada They moved to the dock Sindbad Hotel to collaborate in the identification of the victims and provide assistance. In a publication in FacebookThe embassy said that “the fate of several tourists is being clarified.” Some versions indicate that the sinking could have originated by a Technical Motors Failurewhich would have caused the tragedy.
History of tragedies in the sea of Egypt
In November 2024a Tourist yacht also wreck in the Red Sea, causing the death of four peopleafter Egyptian authorities issued warnings about turbulent waters.
He tourism It is a fundamental pillar of the Egyptian economy. However, various operators restricted their activities in the Red Sea due to the security risks associated with regional conflicts.
Source: Ambito
