NAVAREA VII 297/2026
PAN PANSemi-submerged drifting vessel not under command in Mozambique Channel
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ActiveM/V WEI XIAO TIAN SHI (C/S BOSA7) is reported not under command, semi-submerged and adrift in the SW sector of the Indian Ocean, Mozambique Channel. Position given as 27 - 55.94 S 038 - 09.35 E. Vessel requires assistance and the situation is reported to remain until further notice. Mariners should exercise caution in the area.
- Type
- Distress · severity critical
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- Location
- Indian Ocean - SW Sector - Mozambique Channel
- Hazards
- semi-submerged vessel, vessel adrift, vessel not under command, navigation hazard
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Keywordssemi-submerged
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