A tourist submarine sank in the Red Sea near Hurghada, Egypt, resulting in four confirmed fatalities and injuries to at least nine others. The vessel was carrying approximately 45 passengers, primarily Russian nationals, as it explored the region's coral reefs.
Tourist Submarine Tragedy in Egypt: Four Confirmed Dead
Tourist Submarine Tragedy in Egypt: Four Confirmed Dead
A submarine disaster off the coast of Hurghada, Egypt, has claimed the lives of at least four Russian tourists.
A tragic incident occurred on Thursday off Egypt’s Red Sea coast when a tourist submarine sank, leading to the death of at least four people, as reported by Russian Embassy officials and various local news sources. The vessel, predominantly filled with Russian tourists, was in the waters near the popular resort town of Hurghada, positioned nearly 300 miles southeast of Cairo.
Initial reports from the Russian Embassy revealed that around 45 tourists were on board at the time of the incident. While the embassy confirmed four fatalities, local media outlets suggested that the death toll could be higher, with some reporting as many as six people dead, though this information remains unverified. In addition to the tragic deaths, nine individuals sustained injuries and were promptly transported to a local hospital. Meanwhile, rescue operations successfully retrieved 29 people from the water and provided them with necessary assistance.
This unfortunate event is not the first of its kind in Egypt, which has experienced previous incidents involving tourist vessels. Notably, last November, a tourist boat sank, resulting in four deaths during a diving expedition from Marsa Alam, which was also set to conclude in Hurghada. The use of commercial submarines is a popular attraction in this region, often used by tour companies to showcase the breathtaking coral reefs that draw millions of visitors each year.
As this story continues to develop, updates are anticipated in the coming days.
