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Tourist Yacht Sea Story Sinks in Red Sea, 17 Missing

A tourist yacht near Marsa Alam, Egypt, sank in rough seas, leaving 17 missing and 28 rescued, prompting extensive search efforts.

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Updated: Nov 25th, 2024, 2:27 PM ET

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Egyptian officials report that a tourist yacht, Sea Story, sank in the Red Sea after distress calls indicated trouble. Out of 45 people on board—31 tourists and 14 crew—17 remain missing, while 28 were rescued. The Egyptian military is actively involved in search operations. The yacht's sinking occurred despite meteorological warnings about dangerous sea conditions. Some rescued individuals were airlifted for medical treatment. Reports indicate that some of the missing may include British nationals, prompting consular support from the U.K. Foreign Office.

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