Khattab al-Faramawy, an Egyptian diver, was part of the rescue team that recovered his nephew, Youssef, from a capsized tourist boat in the Red Sea while searching for survivors. The incident occurred after the boat, the Sea Story, encountered a large wave and sank near Marsa Alam on Monday. Despite the challenging underwater conditions, rescuers managed to locate five survivors trapped within the vessel, while four bodies were recovered, and seven individuals remain missing.
Diver Recounts Emotional Rescue of Nephew from Capsized Egyptian Boat
Diver Recounts Emotional Rescue of Nephew from Capsized Egyptian Boat
An Egyptian diver shares his harrowing experience rescuing his nephew Youssef from a sunken tourist boat in the Red Sea.
Diving nearly 12 meters underwater, al-Faramawy recounted the intricacies of navigating the darkened cabins to reach trapped passengers. After more than a day stranded underwater, Youssef, who was working as a diving instructor, was found locked inside a cabin, attempting to assist other passengers. His father, Hussam al-Faramawy, expressed gratitude for his brother's lifesaving efforts, revealing his overwhelming emotions upon learning of his son's survival.
Currently hospitalized with other survivors, Youssef's rescue comes amid a wider search operation led by the Egyptian navy. The authorities reported a total of 33 people have been rescued from the vessel, which carried a mix of tourists from several countries including the UK and Poland. The boat's sinking has sparked concerns about safety protocols, although the vessel reportedly had all necessary certifications.
As families eagerly await news of their loved ones, the heart-wrenching tragedy highlights the risks associated with tourist activities in the volatile marine environments of the Red Sea, an area popular for diving due to its vibrant ecosystems.
Currently hospitalized with other survivors, Youssef's rescue comes amid a wider search operation led by the Egyptian navy. The authorities reported a total of 33 people have been rescued from the vessel, which carried a mix of tourists from several countries including the UK and Poland. The boat's sinking has sparked concerns about safety protocols, although the vessel reportedly had all necessary certifications.
As families eagerly await news of their loved ones, the heart-wrenching tragedy highlights the risks associated with tourist activities in the volatile marine environments of the Red Sea, an area popular for diving due to its vibrant ecosystems.
