Indian Fishing Boat Varad Vinayak Sai in Distress Due to Flooding

Mumbai, India - November 27, 2024 - The Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Mumbai has issued a distress call for the Indian Fishing Boat (IFB) Varad Vinayak Sai (Reg No. IND-MH-07-MM-228).

The vessel, carrying 16 crew members, reported flooding onboard its location at 19 Deg 01 N 071 Deg 15 E (275 Prongs Lt 88). This is approximately 275 nautical miles from land.

MRCC Mumbai urges all mariners in the area to:

Maintain a sharp lookout for the Varad Vinayak Sai.
Render assistance to the vessel if sighted.
Immediately contact MRCC Mumbai upon sighting the vessel.

Details of the Varad Vinayak Sai:

MMSI: 419901483
Flag: India
Length: 19 meters (62.3 feet)
Width: 8 meters (26.2 feet)

Current weather conditions in the area:

Northeasterly winds at 8 knots, gusting up to 15 knots.
Clear skies.
Waves up to 1 meter (3.3 feet).

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