The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) District Southern Mindanao rescued 16 individuals on board MB KENT PAUL in the vicinity waters off Barangay Tambler, General Santos City, yesterday, 05 February 2023.

MB KENT PAUL encountered engine trouble due to big waves and strong winds while navigating from Balut Island to General Santos City.

The owner of the said motorbanca called the PCG to seek rescue assistance.

The PCG search and rescue (SAR) team transported the rescued to Purok Puting Bato, Barangay Calumpang, General Santos City, where they reunited with families in good physical condition.

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