A Navy patrol vessel rescued four passengers of a motorized banca that capsized near Pababag Island, Tawi-Tawi, on Thursday, demonstrating swift maritime response in challenging sea conditions.
The Navy vessel BRP Juan Magluyan, operating under the Western Mindanao Naval Command and Joint Task Force Poseidon, was conducting routine patrol when it spotted a distressed motor launch east of Lamion Wharf with the passengers frantically waving for help..
Upon reaching the site, the navy team found a capsized banca about 1,400 yards west of Matos Point, with four people struggling in the water. The boat has the marking MB Adam Danieal.
Investigation showed that the boat was going to Simunul Island when strong waves overturned it. No injury was reported.
