The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has assisted in rescuing 71 passengers of a distressed passenger / RoRo vessel, MV REINA HOSANNA that encountered engine failure in the vicinity waters off Capul, Northern Samar at around 8PM to 9PM yesterday, 11 February 2024.

MV REINA HOSANNA departed Matnog, Sorsogon going to Allen, Northern Samar with 71 passengers and 30 rolling cargoes on board when the incident occurred.

MV REINA IMMACULADA tried to tow the distressed vessel that was dead on water but failed when the mooring line tore during the operation.

The said incident followed by strong currents caused MV REINA HOSANNA to run aground along the shoreline of Barangay 1, Capul, Northern Samar.

The Coast Guard Sub-Station (CGSS) Capul, LGU, and MDRRMO immediately conducted a rescue operation to ensure the safety of passengers on board.

As of press time, Coast Guard personnel continue to monitor the status of the distressed vessel, including the rolling cargoes on board.