Two Unmanned Ships Vanish in Murmansk Storm as Rescue Teams Battle Harsh Conditions
The Northwestern Transport Prosecutor’s Office is investigating an incident involving two unmanned vessels, Sargan and Nadezhda, which broke free from their moorings during a severe storm in the Lodeynaya Inlet near Teriberka, Murmansk region. The vessels' locations remain unknown, and search and rescue operations are underway despite challenging weather conditions.
The incident occurred when a storm hit the Lodeynaya Inlet, causing the Sargan and Nadezhda to break free from their moorings. The vessels' whereabouts are currently unknown, and one of them has taken on water. The prosecutor's office is investigating the incident, focusing on compliance with water transport safety regulations, particularly proper mooring procedures during storms and the monitoring system for such incidents. Search and rescue operations are ongoing but have been hindered by harsh weather conditions.
The investigation into the incident involving the Sargan and Nadezhda is ongoing, with prosecutors examining safety regulations and mooring procedures. Search and rescue efforts continue despite challenging weather conditions, with one vessel taking on water and the other still unaccounted for.
