Fishing vessel capsizes off South Korea, four dead and five missing

Four people have died and five are missing after a fishing vessel capsized off the southern coast of South Korea. The incident occurred on Saturday, March 9, when the 29-tonne vessel, known as 2 Haesinho, overturned approximately 68 kilometers south of Tongyeong. Of the nine crew members on board, four have been confirmed dead, including one South Korean and three Indonesian nationals. The missing individuals consist of one South Korean and four Indonesian sailors.

Rescue efforts are ongoing, with the Korea Coast Guard and other agencies searching the surrounding waters for any sign of the missing crew members. Initial reports indicated that three of the victims were found unconscious in the water and later died while receiving medical treatment in Tongyeong. The Indonesian foreign ministry has been involved in the coordination of information regarding the incident, given the nationality of some of the crew members involved.

The tragic incident has highlighted the dangers faced by those working in the maritime industry, particularly in challenging conditions such as those off the southern coast of South Korea. The loss of life and the ongoing search for the missing crew members underscore the risks inherent in fishing and other maritime activities. The efforts of the Korea Coast Guard and other agencies in responding to the incident demonstrate the importance of swift and coordinated action in maritime emergencies.

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