Umkhuseli tragedy: Names of five seafarers caught in Mossel Bay tug disaster revealed
Authorities have identified the five seafarers involved in the Umkhuseli tugboat disaster off the coast of Mossel Bay, South Africa. Three bodies have been recovered, while the search for the remaining two crew members has concluded.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the inherent dangers of maritime operations and the critical role of search and rescue protocols in adverse weather conditions.
Ask AI 1 min The tug Umkhuseli, which was involved in the fatal incident that has claimed the lives of three AMSOL seafarers.
The names of the seafarers involved in the tug Umkhuseli tragedy in the Western Cape have been made known.
On Wednesday, September 30, five people were thrown overboard when the tug Umkhuseli capsized approximately 47 nautical miles south of Mossel Bay in adverse weather conditions.
While the active search and rescue operation has been concluded, one of African Marine Solutions’ (AMSOL) vessels remains on site and continues to monitor the area.
The bodies of Second Officer Akhona Mlaba, Fourth Engineer Simphiwe Simayi, and Able Seafarer Ditaba Leoto have since been recovered.
The search for Oiler Zolile Milbaziso and Able Seafarer Sibonile Qalani continues.
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