Search Suspended for Missing Crew After Typhoon Near Northern Marianas
Search Suspended for Missing Crew After Typhoon Near Northern Marianas
US · Published Apr 29, 2026
Search suspended for five missing crew members after cargo ship capsizes near Northern Mariana Islands during Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
U.S. Coast Guard called off search after over 100 hours, recovering one body and debris, including a life raft.
The incident underscores the dangers faced by seafarers in severe weather conditions and highlights the importance of maritime safety.
Search ends for missing cargo ship crew
The search operation for the five missing crew members of the cargo ship Mariana, which capsized near the Northern Mariana Islands during Super Typhoon Sinlaku, has been called off. The ship experienced engine failure and sought assistance as the typhoon impacted the Pacific island chain. The U.S. Coast Guard lost contact with the vessel shortly after receiving a distress call from the crew.
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