Submarine tragedy off Hurghada coast: Six feared dead
A submarine carrying tourists sank off the coast of Hurghada, a popular resort on the Red Sea. Approximately 40 people were on board, according to local sources cited by the BBC.
What do you need to know?
- Where did the accident occur? The submarine sank off the coast of Hurghada, a well-known tourist destination in Egypt.
- How many people were on board? It is reported that about 40 people were on the submarine. However, their nationalities are unclear, and it is also unknown how many crew members were present.
- A similar accident occurred in 2021. A German family lost their lives in that incident, while 13 other tourists were rescued.
What happened to the submarine in Egypt?
According to local sources cited by the BBC, at least six people likely died, and nine were injured, while 29 others were rescued. The injured individuals, including four in critical condition, were taken to nearby hospitals. About 40 tourists were reportedly on the submarine.
The BBC reports that the submarine, named Sindbad, sank near the port.
The company Sindbad Submarines, the owner of the submarine, has been organizing tourist trips in the Hurghada area for several years.
According to its website, the company offers tourists the opportunity to descend to a depth of 82 feet to explore 1,640 feet of coral reef and its marine life.
The Sindbad Submarines website also mentions that each submarine offers 44 seats for passengers, including two seats for pilots and a large round viewing window for each passenger.
Hurghada is a popular vacation destination, and many sea trips are organized from this resort.
Egypt: Not the first accident at the resort
This is not the first submarine accident near Hurghada. In 2021, a German family died in a similar incident, and 13 other tourists of various nationalities were rescued after the submarine collided with a coral reef.
