Distress Call: Missing Fisherman from Indian Fishing Boat Al-Izza

 The Indian Coast Guard's Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Mumbai has issued a distress call for a missing fisherman from the Indian Fishing Boat (IFB) Al-Izza.

Details:

• Date Received: October 19, 2024 (10:04 AM UTC)
• Reporting Agency: MRCC Mumbai, Indian Coast Guard
• Missing Fisherman: Mr. Rethai Das, 38 years old
• Vessel: IFB Al-Izza (Registration Number: IND-KL-07-MM-7174)
• Last Known Position: 11° 19' N, 75° 12' E (285 nautical miles from Beypore lighthouse on a bearing of 39 degrees)

Request for Assistance:

Mariners operating in the vicinity of the last known position are requested to maintain a sharp lookout for Mr. Das. Any sighting of Mr. Das or the IFB Al-Izza should be reported immediately to MRCC Mumbai.

Weather Conditions in the Area:

• Wind: Southwesterly at 5 knots with gusts up to 10 knots
• Visibility: Good
• Sea State: Slight