BY RICHA NORIEGA
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BY RICHA NORIEGAThe Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has rescued 33 passengers and 15 crew members aboard a distressed motor banca that encountered engine trouble in Sabtang Island, Batanes Wednesday.The PCG, citing the report from the captain of the motor banca, said the propeller of MB STA INES 2 malfunctioned while cruising from Ivana Port to Sabtang Port.Fortunately, one of the passengers identified as PCG Seaman Second Class (SN2) Jayson Orendez immediately contacted the Coast Guard Sub-Station Sabtang for rescue and assistance.Orendez then instructed all passengers to wear life jacket and remain calm while waiting for the search and rescue team.The Coast Guard Sub-Station Sabtang coordinated with a private motorbanca which towed the distressed motorbanca to the Sabtang Port. (Richa Noriega)
