The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) rescued 41 passengers and five crew members on board half-submerged motorbanca, JATROPHA, in the vicinity waters off Caboang Bay, Barangay Salang, Balabac, Palawan, today, 29 January 2023.

While en route to Buliluyan, Palawan, the motorbanca's starboard hull was hit by strong waves, causing it to be damaged until it became half-submerged.

The PCG conducted search and rescue (SAR) operations to ensure the safety of the passengers and crew, who were provided with medical care and further assistance upon arrival at Barangay Salang.

The PCG team also temporarily secured the distressed motorbanca at the said barangay.

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