Tourist Rescue
calendar_monthMay 27, 2010
The HEPCA mooring team conducted a rescue mission today in the vicinity of Magaweesh Island. Four tourists aboard a catamaran were lost at sea due to bad weather conditions; they were pushed away from shore by strong winds, and due to bad visibility they were unable to navigate back to shore. Ayman Barsoum who led the rescue mission, told us on behalf of the team that “We are just glad that the four of them are safe, we hope this won’t discourage them from returning to sea.” He further elaborated, urging that “all operators must take into account bad weather conditions and the safety of their guests before putting them to sea; and must insure proper monitoring and accountability techniques, and have in place a contingency rescue plan.” The HEPCA team wishes you all an enjoyable and safe summer season.
