32 rescued as cargo vessel splits in two off Surigao del Norte – PCG

32 rescued as cargo vessel splits in two off Surigao del Norte – PCG

All 32 crew members of a cargo vessel were rescued after it capsized and split into two parts off the waters of Dapa, Surigao del Norte on Thursday, April 30, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said.PCG spokesperson Capt. Noemie Cayabyab said the LCT Pacifica 3 capsized due to “rough sea conditions” while navigating the route from Claver to Dapa.The route is commonly used by cargo vessels transporting goods between Surigao del Norte’s coastal muni…