NOW: 17 Passengers Missing, Feared Dead

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(StraightShooterNews.com) – A tragic maritime disaster unfolded in the Red Sea as a tourist yacht titled Sea Story capsized amidst stormy weather, leaving 17 individuals missing.

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Despite warnings about dangerous sea conditions, the ill-fated voyage started and led to dire consequences.

Egyptian authorities have launched an extensive search and rescue op using maritime and aerial resources to locate the missing individuals.

On a multi-day diving trip, Sea Story set sail from Port Ghalib, heading towards Hurghada. This supposedly routine expedition quickly turned catastrophic when the yacht capsized in the brutal sea.

Two British nationals are among the missing, intensifying international concern and pleading for answers amidst this heart-wrenching scenario.

The distress signal from Sea Story was sent at 5:30 am local time. As the hours tick by, 28 people have been rescued from the clutches of the stormy sea, but 17 still remain unaccounted for.

Britain’s Foreign Office has stepped in, offering consular aid to its nationals affected by this disaster.

Authorities speculate a wild wave could have struck the vessel due to exceptionally high winds.

This bump begs scrutiny over the enforcement of maritime safety regulations, especially in tourist-laden regions like the Red Sea, which supports Egypt’s economy.

A foreign office spokesperson stated, “We are providing consular support to a number of British nationals and their families following an incident in Egypt and are in contact with the local authorities. ”

The decision to proceed with the journey despite serious weather warnings from Egypt’s meteorological department compounded this maritime tragedy.

Meanwhile, Egypt’s military and rescue teams work tirelessly and are dedicated to accounting for every soul involved.

Governor Amr Hanafi emphasized, “Intensive search operations are underway in coordination with the navy and the armed forces.”

As this story develops, the international community awaits answers, justice, and a renewed commitment to prioritize safety over profit.

It underlines the critical responsibility of tour operators to protect their guests and prevent future tragedies from marring one of the world’s treasured destinations.

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