Crew Survived: Tourist Boat Sinks in Gabal El-Zeit Area, Red Sea

The tourist boat "Sea Serpent" sank in the Gabal El-Zeit area, north of the Red Sea. GUPCO and General Petroleum Company intervened to rescue its 5-member crew.

  Tue , July 14 2026 / 06:57 PM Updated At: 2026-07-14 18:57:53

قوات الإنقاذ تتابع حادث غرق لانش سياحي في منطقة جبل الزيت بالبحر الأحمر

On Tuesday, the Gulf of Suez Petroleum Company (GUPCO) and the General Petroleum Company (GPC) received an urgent distress signal reporting that a tourist boat was sinking in the waters of the Red Sea, specifically in the Gabal El-Zeit area located in the northern part of the governorate, prompting immediate mobilization to handle the situation.

Details of the Distress Signal and Boat Identity

Preliminary data indicated that the distressed tourist boat is named "Sea Serpent." It was navigating the waters of Gabal El-Zeit when it met with the accident that led to its sinking.

Status of Passengers and Crew Members

Maritime and security sources confirmed that the tourist boat was carrying only 5 individuals on board, who make up the vessel's operating crew. There were no passengers or tourists on board at the time of the incident, which significantly minimized the potential scale of the disaster.

Safety of the Crew and Legal Procedures

In a related context, an informed source indicated that divine providence saved all five crew members. It was confirmed that they are all safe and in good health, and none of them sustained any injuries or harm as a result of the boat sinking.

Ongoing Investigations

  • The drafting of the necessary legal police report has commenced to document the circumstances of the incident.

  • Relevant authorities and specialized bodies in the Red Sea Governorate have been notified to initiate investigations.

  • Efforts are underway to determine the technical and maritime reasons that led to the sinking of the "Sea Serpent."

What is the name of the tourist boat that sank in the Red Sea?

The tourist boat that sank in the Red Sea is named "Sea Serpent."

Where exactly did the tourist boat sinking incident occur?

The incident occurred in the Red Sea waters of the Gabal El-Zeit area, which is located in the northern region of the governorate.

Were there any casualties in the Red Sea boat sinking incident?

No, the incident did not result in any casualties or injuries. The boat was completely empty of passengers, and the safety of all five crew members on board was fully secured.

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