Troops assists distressed fishing ships

Among the distressed ships, 13 from Dai Lanh commune and 14 from Van Long commune.

Upon receiving the news, the Van Ninh District People’s Committee directed the communes’ authorities to collaborate with the local armed forces to support affected people. Van Ninh district’s Military Command mobilized 100 troops and militiamen for the mission.

By 3:00 p.m. the same day, all distressed ships were towed to shore. Here are several photos of the rescue efforts.

Many fishing ships were destroyed.

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Local forces try to tow a ship.

Troops and militiamen joining the rescue effort.

Taking a boat to shore

Translated by Song Anh