November 03, 2017 | 21:41 (GMT+7)
Distressed trawler rescued at sea
PANO - Ship Truong Sa 18 under Flotilla 411 of the Naval Region 4 Command safely towed trawler PY 96778 TS to Da Tay port on November 2.
Previously, the distressed trawler, captained by Dang Nhu from 6 Ward, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen province went adrift due to engine failure while fishing at sea.
After receiving the mayday signal, the Headquarter of the Naval Services also quickly sent ship Truong Sa 18 to the scene to assist the troubled trawler.
The ship successfully towed the troubled trawler ashore and provided medicines for the fishermen on board.
Translated by Chung Anh