Maritime Accident Report — October 30, 2026: Philippine Passenger Vessel Capsizes Off Quezon, Shrimper Grounds at Winyah Bay
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.
Passenger Vessel MV Virgen de Peñafrancia II Capsizes Off Real, Quezon, Philippines
Early on October 30, 2026, at about 12:44 a.m., the passenger vessel MV Virgen de Peñafrancia II tilted onto its right side and capsized a few meters from Real Port in Quezon after departing Polillo Port. All 58 people aboard, 40 passengers and 18 crew, were rescued with no deaths or injuries reported. The Philippine Coast Guard deployed oil spill booms and has ordered the operator to seek an emergency salvage permit while the cause is investigated.
Source: SunStar
Shrimping Vessel Shayna Michele Takes On Water and Grounds on Winyah Bay Jetty, South Carolina
On October 28, 2026, the commercial shrimping vessel Shayna Michele began taking on water and grounded near the Winyah Bay jetties in Georgetown County, South Carolina. A Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew from Air Station Savannah hoisted five people and a dog to safety, and no injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation and the owner is working with the Coast Guard to salvage the vessel.
Source: Live 5 News
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