The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) conducted a rescue operation for MV Lapu-Lapu Ferry 1 in the vicinity waters off Catarman Point, Leyte, on July 28, 2025.

Under the directives of President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr., the PCG continues to uphold its mandate of ensuring the safety and security of all passengers and vessels navigating the Philippine waters.

At approximately 03:12AM on the same date, MV Lapu-Lapu Ferry 1 suffered engine failure and became dead in the water. The vessel, carrying a total of 144 passengers, began drifting eastward at a speed of 1.5 knots toward Baybay City Port.

Coast Guard Station (CGS) Western Leyte, in coordination with Coast Guard Sub-Station (CGSS) Baybay, promptly activated its Quick Response Team (QRT).

Immediate coordination was carried out with the crew of MV Celsa 2, which was docked at Baybay Port. Simultaneously, CGSS Baybay dispatched High-Speed Response Boat (HSRB)-041 to assist in the rescue operation.

The QRT, aboard MV Celsa 2 and accompanied by HSRB-041, proceeded to the location of the distressed vessel. Upon arrival, the team rendered immediate assistance and commenced ship-side towing operations from the vessel’s starboard side.

As of press time, the rescue and towing operations have been successfully completed. The vessel, along with all passengers, safely arrived at Baybay City Port.

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