11 Malaysians rescued off Tawi-Tawi

By Al Jacinto

Apr 05, 2023 12:58 am

ZAMBOANGA CITY: A Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier bound for China rescued 11 Malaysians off the southern Philippine province of Tawi-Tawi after their speedboat's engine malfunctioned, a Filipino Navy commander Brig. Gen. Romeo Racadio said on Tuesday.

Racadio, quoting a report, said the private speedboat departed Tawau City for Semporna City in Sabah on March 28, but the engine's injection pump malfunctioned and the boat, battered by huge waves and strong current due to bad weather, drifted toward Sibutu Straight.

Already have an active account? Log in here to continue reading.
Or
Subscribe to the Premium Subscription plan to access this subscriber-exclusive article.

Related Articles

Comelec seeks clarity on BARMM elections

Policeman killed while serving arrest warrant

Dumosmog assumes command of 303IB

Leyte pays respect to Yolanda victims

Ebdane urges farmers to embrace mechanization

NBI finds P400K inside POGO vaults

Clark infrastructure projects get boost