A Liberia-flagged container ship, MSC ELSA 3, reported tilting shortly after leaving Vizhinjam port, approximately 38 miles off Kochi. Indian Coast Guard (ICG) launched a rescue operation, deploying ships and aircraft. Nine of 24 crew members have evacuated via liferafts, while efforts continue to rescue the remaining 15. ICG aircraft have dropped more liferafts to aid evacuation. DG Shipping has directed ship managers to initiate urgent salvage operations. The ICG is closely monitoring the situation to prevent loss of life and environmental damage. Indian Coast Guard Rescues Six Crew Members of MSV Salamath After Cargo Vessel Sinks Off Mangalore Coast (See Pics).

MSC ELSA 3 Tilts Off Kochi; 9 Crew Rescued by Coast Guard

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