The family of a British couple missing after the tragic sinking of the Sea Story in the Red Sea is experiencing profound distress, urging authorities for timely updates regarding the situation.
British Couple Missing After Tourist Boat Sinks in Red Sea
British Couple Missing After Tourist Boat Sinks in Red Sea
Relatives express distress as search continues for Devon couple lost at sea.
The couple, Jenny Cawson, 36, and her husband Tariq Sinada, 49, from Devon, are among seven individuals still unaccounted for following the boat’s capsizing off the coast of Egypt earlier this week. Jenny’s father, Michael Williams, shared the shock of the news with the BBC, emphasizing the overwhelming disbelief that gripped the family upon learning of the incident. Despite reaching out to the UK Foreign Office, the family claims they are receiving insufficient information regarding the ongoing search and rescue operations led by the Egyptian authorities.
Reports indicate that the four-deck Sea Story was carrying 31 passengers and 13 crew members when it capsized due to adverse weather conditions near the town of Marsa Alam. The popular diving location welcomed tourists from various nations including Britain, Belgium, China, and more. As of now, 33 individuals have been rescued, with four bodies retrieved from the wreckage.
Michael described how the family first heard of the incident through a message from Tariq’s mother, leading to immediate concern as they pieced together their loved ones were missing. Pam, Jenny’s mother, recalled having a picture of the Sea Story, which was shared with the family shortly after they began receiving distressing news.
Despite daily updates from the Foreign Office, the family is frustrated by the lack of concrete information on the condition and whereabouts of their relatives. Their attempts to gather news from local sources in Egypt yielded mixed results, leading to uncertainty regarding the status of the boat itself and the fate of the missing passengers.
The Egyptian authorities have indicated a continuous investigation into the cause of the sinking, ruling out technical errors but leaving many questions unanswered. Meanwhile, the local authorities confirm that the rescued survivors are in stable condition but are being kept away from the media for further assessments.
Tourism experts are closely monitoring the implications this incident could have on visitor numbers to the region, as the Red Sea is renowned for its breathtaking marine life and diving experiences. Jenny and Tariq, well-versed in travel and water sports, had embarked on numerous diving adventures globally, having done extensive research before their trip to Egypt.
As hope for updates dwindles, both family members and locals continue to pray for the safe return of Jenny and Tariq.
Reports indicate that the four-deck Sea Story was carrying 31 passengers and 13 crew members when it capsized due to adverse weather conditions near the town of Marsa Alam. The popular diving location welcomed tourists from various nations including Britain, Belgium, China, and more. As of now, 33 individuals have been rescued, with four bodies retrieved from the wreckage.
Michael described how the family first heard of the incident through a message from Tariq’s mother, leading to immediate concern as they pieced together their loved ones were missing. Pam, Jenny’s mother, recalled having a picture of the Sea Story, which was shared with the family shortly after they began receiving distressing news.
Despite daily updates from the Foreign Office, the family is frustrated by the lack of concrete information on the condition and whereabouts of their relatives. Their attempts to gather news from local sources in Egypt yielded mixed results, leading to uncertainty regarding the status of the boat itself and the fate of the missing passengers.
The Egyptian authorities have indicated a continuous investigation into the cause of the sinking, ruling out technical errors but leaving many questions unanswered. Meanwhile, the local authorities confirm that the rescued survivors are in stable condition but are being kept away from the media for further assessments.
Tourism experts are closely monitoring the implications this incident could have on visitor numbers to the region, as the Red Sea is renowned for its breathtaking marine life and diving experiences. Jenny and Tariq, well-versed in travel and water sports, had embarked on numerous diving adventures globally, having done extensive research before their trip to Egypt.
As hope for updates dwindles, both family members and locals continue to pray for the safe return of Jenny and Tariq.
