A tourist submarine disaster in the Red Sea has resulted in the loss of six lives, prompting an inquiry into safety practices within the popular tourist destination.
**Tragic Submarine Incident in Red Sea Claims Lives of Six Tourists**
**Tragic Submarine Incident in Red Sea Claims Lives of Six Tourists**
Investigations Underway After Submarine Sinks Near Hurghada During Sightseeing Tour
Officials have initiated questioning of the crew members of a submarine that tragically sank in the Red Sea, leading to the death of six out of 45 passengers on board. The incident occurred near the resort town of Hurghada, with rescued survivors reporting harrowing experiences as the Sindbad vessel sank around 10:00 local time. While the majority of passengers—39 in total—were rescued alongside five crew members, the disaster resulted in serious injuries for nine individuals, four of whom are reported to be in critical condition.
Among the deceased, Russian media outlets confirmed that two children were part of the six tourists who lost their lives, all of whom were from Russia. The passengers included citizens from Russia, India, Norway, and Sweden, as well as five Egyptian crew members. The submarine had reportedly been successful in its operations as a tourist attraction for several years and had been outfitted with portholes designed for optimal viewing of coral and marine life.
Red Sea governor Amr Hanafy stated that the submarine maintained a valid operational license and that the crew leader possessed the necessary scientific qualifications. As investigations continue, it has emerged that the submarine apparently collided with a reef, causing it to lose pressure while submerged at a depth of 20 meters (65 feet). The Association of Tour Operators of Russia highlighted these developments on their Telegram channel.
Notably, this incident follows another maritime tragedy in the region, where a boat named Sea Story sank last November, leaving 11 individuals unaccounted for. Concerns regarding safety oversight in Egypt’s popular tourist locations are heightened as these incidents raise significant questions about the preventive measures and safety checks in place for sea excursions.
As experts and officials work to uncover the reasons behind this recent tragedy, the focus will likely shift towards improving safety standards to prevent future occurrences in the Red Sea, a region vital to Egypt’s tourism-driven economy.
Among the deceased, Russian media outlets confirmed that two children were part of the six tourists who lost their lives, all of whom were from Russia. The passengers included citizens from Russia, India, Norway, and Sweden, as well as five Egyptian crew members. The submarine had reportedly been successful in its operations as a tourist attraction for several years and had been outfitted with portholes designed for optimal viewing of coral and marine life.
Red Sea governor Amr Hanafy stated that the submarine maintained a valid operational license and that the crew leader possessed the necessary scientific qualifications. As investigations continue, it has emerged that the submarine apparently collided with a reef, causing it to lose pressure while submerged at a depth of 20 meters (65 feet). The Association of Tour Operators of Russia highlighted these developments on their Telegram channel.
Notably, this incident follows another maritime tragedy in the region, where a boat named Sea Story sank last November, leaving 11 individuals unaccounted for. Concerns regarding safety oversight in Egypt’s popular tourist locations are heightened as these incidents raise significant questions about the preventive measures and safety checks in place for sea excursions.
As experts and officials work to uncover the reasons behind this recent tragedy, the focus will likely shift towards improving safety standards to prevent future occurrences in the Red Sea, a region vital to Egypt’s tourism-driven economy.
