A 'Huvan' launch carrying 45 passengers and three crew members sank amid massive waves en route from Alif Dhaalu Dhigurah to Malé City on Sunday morning, and all 48 people on board were safely evacuated and are in good health. Homeland Minister Ihusaan praised the Maldives Police Service for their heroism in the rescue in a message on X.
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The vessel, carrying 45 passengers and three crew members, sank amid massive waves en route from Alif Dhaalu Dhigurah to Malé City on Sunday morning.
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The vessel, carrying 45 passengers and three crew members, sank amid massive waves en route from Alif Dhaalu Dhigurah to Malé City on Sunday morning.
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The Maldives Police Service received reports of the ‘Huvan’ sinking at 7:57 a.m.
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The Maldives Police Service received reports of the ‘Huvan’ sinking at 7:57 a.m. Emergency response teams were swiftly dispatched, ensuring the safe evacuation of all 48 individuals on board, including four children.
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A thorough investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident.
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