Fishing Boat Runs Aground Near Tapdong, Jeju; No Casualties Reported

A report was filed with the Coast Guard at approximately 6:00 a.m. today (July 5) that a 13-ton fishing boat registered in Seongsan had run aground in the waters inside the wave-prevention breakwater in Tapdong, Jeju.

Upon arriving at the scene, the Coast Guard confirmed that all six crew members were safe. The vessel was found tilted at an angle of about 40 degrees to the left, with no structural damage reported.

The Coast Guard stated that they are currently conducting rescue operations and safety management, including measures to prevent the ship from tilting further, sealing fuel valves, and installing lift bags.

The Coast Guard plans to attempt to refloat the vessel from the rocks during high tide this afternoon and will investigate the exact cause of the accident once the rescue operation is complete.

(Photo: Provided by Jeju Coast Guard, Yonhap News)
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