10 fishermen rescued from peril at sea

Early on January 16, a fishing vessel with the number NA 93018 TS was imperiled by severe weather while fishing at sea, around 90 nautical miles northeast of Hon Me, Thanh Hoa Province.

After receiving a mayday signal, Maritime Rescue dispatched SAR 273 to the scene. With support from Nghe An border guards, the fishing vessel and its crew were towed to safety and docked at Cua Lo Port on the afternoon of January 18.

All 10 fishermen were reported to be in good health and are recovering from the ordeal with their families.