Six Dead, Nine Injured After Tourist Submarine Disaster Off Egypt’s Red Sea [WATCH]

A tragic incident occurred Thursday when a tourist submarine sank off the coast of Egypt’s Red Sea, killing at least six people and leaving nine others injured, six critically.

The accident took place near the city of Hurghada, a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful beaches.

The tourist submarine, identified as The Sinbad, was carrying roughly 40 passengers at the time of the incident.

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Local authorities confirmed that 29 passengers were rescued, while the injured were quickly taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.

The Russian embassy in Egypt provided an update on the situation, stating in a Facebook post that all passengers aboard the vessel were Russian citizens.

However, the embassy’s report stated that only four fatalities occurred, which contradicts the numbers provided by local officials.

According to the local governorate’s office in Hurghada, six foreigners lost their lives in the incident, though their nationalities were not disclosed at the time.

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The Sinbad submarine, which is operated by Sinbad Submarines, offers tourists a chance to explore the Red Sea’s coral reefs and marine life.

The vessel is capable of descending as deep as 82 feet, providing passengers with stunning underwater views.

The submarine has been in operation for several years, with the company highlighting that it owns two of just 14 recreational submarines in the world.

The accident occurred close to the harbor in Hurghada, where the submarine foundered.

The exact cause of the sinking has yet to be determined, though an investigation is underway.

Rescue operations were swift, with local authorities managing to save a majority of those aboard.

The tragedy has cast a shadow over Hurghada, a city that thrives on tourism, especially in the marine and recreational sectors.

While the incident is rare, it raises concerns about the safety protocols in place for such tourist attractions, especially when involving underwater vessels like submarines.

Inside the same Sinbad tourist submarine that sunk off the coast of Egypt in the Red Sea on Thursday morning.

44 Russians were on board. Six are reportedly de*d.

This video is from a previous voyage. It gives you a sense of the experience when things don’t go terribly wrong. pic.twitter.com/euIJbDPetq

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In the wake of the disaster, local authorities have pledged to conduct a thorough investigation to determine what went wrong and ensure the safety of tourists in the future.

The tragic event has prompted an outpouring of support and sympathy from across the international community, with many expressing their condolences to the families of the victims.

As the investigation continues, the company operating the submarine, Sinbad Submarines, is likely to face increased scrutiny regarding the maintenance and safety measures of its fleet.

‘What we know is it was just leaving the port’

Dr Simon Boxall summarises what is known about the sinking of a tourist submarine off the coast of Egypt that left six dead. pic.twitter.com/LwB9WHjaIK

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The incident has drawn attention to the risks associated with recreational submarine tourism and the need for stricter regulations in the industry.

In conclusion, the sinking of The Sinbad submarine has left a community in mourning, with six lives tragically lost and several others critically injured.

As the investigation moves forward, the focus will undoubtedly be on ensuring that such a tragedy does not occur again, and that the necessary measures are taken to protect the safety of tourists in the future.

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