The BRP Cabra responds to a distress call from fishermen off the coast of Zambales
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In a statement to media, Commodore Jay Tarriela said the BRP Cabra responded to a distress call on Monday, January 27, from a fishing boat located from 70 nautical miles southwest of Silanguin Island, Zambales. “Upon arrival, the fishermen faced heavy waves and utilized their indigenous boats to transport the PCG medical team for assistance. Unfortunately, the team discovered that the fisherman had no pulse and was already deceased,” said Tarriela.
Earlier, the 44-meter Cabra was tasked with guarding against China Coast Guard ships that continue to patrol waters off the coast of Zambales. Tarriela had earlier said that the Cabra was “successful in preventing the Chinese vessel from advancing closer to the coast of Zambales.” Different CCG ships — from the its so-called “” to other larger vessels — have been staying in waters between 60-90 nautical miles off the coast of Zambales.
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