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).