6 people reported missing at sea found safe

6 people reported missing at sea found safe

By Semi Turaga
Saturday 09/05/2020
[Photo: Rescue Coordination Center Fiji]

The six people who were drifting in a fiber glass boat somewhere near Toberua Island in Lomaiviti waters have been rescued and all are in good health.

They had departed Qarani in Gau for Suva yesterday morning and were reported missing at sea after failing to reach their destination.

The Police Search and Rescue Centre says all six passengers were found safe and sound at 8.30 last night.

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