Tragedy in the deep: Tourist submarine sinks off Hurghada coast
A submarine carrying tourists sank off the coast of Hurghada, a popular resort on the Red Sea. Approximately 40 people were on board, reports the BBC, citing local sources in Egypt.
What you need to know
- Where did the accident occur? The submarine sank off the coast of Hurghada, a popular resort area in Egypt.
- How many people were on board? The submarine had around 40 people, but their nationalities are unclear, and it's also unknown how many crew members were aboard.
- A similar accident occurred in 2021. A German family perished, while 13 other tourists were rescued.
What happened to the submarine in Egypt?
According to local sources cited by the BBC, at least six people have likely died, and nine others were injured, with 29 individuals being rescued. The wounded, including four in critical condition, were taken to nearby hospitals. Approximately 40 tourists were reported to be on the submarine.
According to the BBC, the submarine is called the Sindbad and sank near the port.
Sindbad Submarines, the company that owns the submarine, has been organizing tourist trips in the Hurghada area for several years.
As mentioned on its website, it allows tourists to descend to a depth of 25 metres to explore 500 metres of coral reef and its marine life.
The Sindbad Submarines website also notes that it accommodates 44 passengers, with two pilot seats and a large round viewing window for each passenger.
Hurghada is a popular vacation destination, attracting visitors from various countries. Many sea excursions are organized from this resort.
Egypt. Not the first accident at the resort
This is not the first time a submarine accident has occurred near Hurghada. In 2021, a German family died in a similar incident, and 13 other tourists of various nationalities were rescued after the submarine hit a coral reef.
