A fishing vessel was left stranded in dangerous waters 13 kilometres offshore from Pezali, Lamu County, on Tuesday, June 17.
In a statement, the Kenya Red Cross revealed the vessel encountered mechanical problems after its propeller got caught in a fishing net.
The agency revealed that rescue efforts have since been launched in collaboration with a multi-agency response team to rescue the crew amid concerns over their safety. "A fishing vessel has become stranded approximately 13 kilometers offshore from Pezali, Lamu, after its propeller was entangled in a fishing net, causing mechanical failure," the Kenya Red Cross said in a statement.
A photo collage of search and rescue operation boats during rescue drills.
