Ha Long: Three Chinese sailors were rescued after their cargo vessel ran aground near Ha Mai island, Ngoc Vung commune, Van Don district, the northern province of Quang Ninh, the local border guard station said on January 16. After finding a stranded cargo ship on a rocky beach southeast of Ha Mai island on January 11, the border guards launched a rescue mission, reaching the distressed vessel the following day.
According to Vietnam News Agency, the stranded sailors were located after the border guards identified the ship’s perilous position on the rocky terrain. The rescue operation was carried out promptly, ensuring the sailors’ safe return to land. The local authorities have since been engaged in efforts to prevent any further incidents in the area by monitoring the waters and providing guidance to vessels navigating the region.
The border guard station emphasized the importance of such rescue missions in safeguarding lives and maintaining maritime safety. The sailors expressed their gratitude for the timely assistance provided by the Vietnamese authorities, highlighting the significance of international cooperation in maritime rescue operations.