Egyptian news: In the Egyptian resort Hurghada developed a devastating incident, where the Red Sea tragically immersed a tourist submarine known as Sindbad. According to city officials, six individuals came, while nine others were injured in the disaster. Injuries, including four in a critical condition, were rushed to nearby hospitals for medical care.
The emergency services responded quickly to the crisis and successfully saved 29 people from the water. The submarine, which carried 45 tourists of different nationalities, worked in the area of the tourist promenade when the incident occurred.
The cause of sinking remains unclear at this time and is waiting for an official investigation.
Russian Embassy announces tragedy
The Russian Embassy in Egypt in Facebook’s post claimed that all tourists on board were Russian.
The contribution is: “March 27, around 10:00, at a distance of 1 km from the coast, there was an accident of a submersible” Sindbad “belonging to the name of the same name.
“Immersible have performed regular underwater excursions with the control of the coral reef.
“Except for the crew members, there were 45 tourists on board, including minors. All of them are Russian citizens, tourists” Biblio Globus “(The Host Tour Company in Egypt -” Biblio Globus Egypt Tours “).
“According to the initial data, most passengers on board were rescued and taken to their hotels and hospitals in Hurghada.
“Their health is not a reason for concern. Four people were killed. The fate of several tourists is intended.
“Diplomats of the general consulate are on the” Sindbad “hotel.”
All you know about Sindbad Subbmarine
Sindbad submarine was a popular attraction in Hurghada and offered visitors a unique underwater experience. Sindbad is seen as “semi -free” designed for underwater inspection, where tourists can observe the sea life from the lower deck, which is underwater.
However, concerns about a security record have been raised because it has allegedly experienced technical problems in the past.
Sindbad has been running tourist trips in this area for many years.
The company boasts that it has two of the only “14 real recreational submarines” in the world.
The vessels allow tourists to travel 25 meters (82 feet) below the surface to explore the “500 meters of coral reef and its sea inhabitants”.
The Operator’s website states: “It offers 44 passenger seats – two pilot seats and a considerable window tracking window for each passenger.”
All about Hurghada
Hurghada, the main tourist destination, attracts visitors from around the world, especially from Europe. The incident may have wider consequences for Egyptian tourism, a significant contributor to the country’s economy.
In recent years, the Red Sea has faced challenges for regional conflicts, which has led some tourist companies to limit or stop operations. This latest incident underlines the need for robust security standards and prepared for emergency readiness in the tourism industry.
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