Missing for days at sea: Navy-led search finds four fishermen alive

Newswire reports that four Sri Lankan fishermen were found alive aboard fishing vessel IMUL-A-0022 TLE in deep waters roughly 200 nautical miles from Pottuvil. Lankadeepa and Ada Derana (தமிழ்) also report that the missing boat and its four crew members were found safe.

Newswire reports that the boat sailed from Kudawella Fisheries Harbour on October 21 for a fishing trip planned to last four days. According to Newswire, the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources said strong winds and rough seas linked to Cyclone Arnab caused the vessel to lose contact with shore.

Newswire reports that the Sri Lanka Navy, Coast Guard and other fishing vessels in the area took part in a joint search after the boat was reported missing. Newswire says the Ministry reported that all four were in good health and that preparations were under way to get them ashore, with medical examinations and first aid organised.

Newswire reports that the Ministry thanked the Navy, Coast Guard and fishing community for helping in the search. Newswire also reports that the Ministry advised fishers to follow weather warnings from the Department of Meteorology and Department of Fisheries and check their communications equipment before going to sea.

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