Maritime Accident Report — November 5, 2026: Fishing Boat Capsizes Off Tongyeong, Espirito Santo Express Fire Aftermath
This daily report covers notable maritime incidents and offshore casualties from publicly available sources. These summaries are provided for informational awareness and do not constitute legal advice.
Fishing Boat Capsizes Near Yeonhwado, South Korea; Two Crew Rescued
On November 5, 2026, a 2.75-ton fishing boat capsized near Yeonhwado off Tongyeong, South Gyeongsang Province, after a swell wave struck it while returning to port in worsening conditions. Two crew members, a captain in his 60s and a crew member in his 30s, fell into the sea and were rescued from the overturned hull by a nearby fishing boat, then taken to a hospital. The Tongyeong Coast Guard plans to tow the vessel and investigate the cause.
Source: SBS News
Containership Espirito Santo Express Fire: Most Cargo Lost, Chief Officer Missing
The 11,800-TEU containership Espirito Santo Express caught fire on October 15 in the South Atlantic while en route from Singapore to Santos, Brazil. All 28 crew escaped and were picked up by the bulk carrier Aeolian Arrow, but that ship's chief officer fell overboard during the rescue and was never found. As of November 3, the fire is under control, the vessel has not reached a port of refuge, and the owner says most of the cargo is severely damaged or a total loss.
Source: gCaptain
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