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Three Dead, Seven Missing After Fishing Boat Sinks Off South Korea's Coast
A tragic maritime accident occurred off the **southern coast of South Korea**, where a **139-ton fishing vessel** sank in the early hours of Sunday. According to **Yonhap News Agency**, the incident resulted in **three fatalities**, while **seven crew members remain missing**.
## **Details of the Incident**
The vessel was reported **missing at 1:41 AM** near **Habaek Island**, approximately **17 kilometers east** of the island and **316 kilometers south of Seoul**. The **South Korean Coast Guard** and nearby fishing boats **rescued seven crew members**, including **three South Koreans and four foreign nationals**. Unfortunately, the **three South Korean crew members, including the 66-year-old captain, did not survive**.
## **Rescue Efforts and Investigation**
The four surviving crew members—**two Indonesians and two Vietnamese**—showed symptoms of **hypothermia** and were **taken to a nearby hospital** for treatment.
- Five crew members, including the **captain**, were initially found on a **lifeboat**.
- Two South Korean victims were discovered **floating without life jackets**.
- One rescued crew member reported that the **vessel capsized due to strong winds and rough waves**.
## **Ongoing Search Operations**
The **South Korean Coast Guard** has deployed:
✅ **23 ships**
✅ **8 aircraft**
✅ Support from **other agencies and fishing vessels**
Authorities are **continuing search operations** for the **seven missing crew members**, including **five South Koreans, one Indonesian, and one Vietnamese**. An **official investigation** is expected to determine the **exact cause of the accident**.
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