Search for Missing Crew Continues After 'Batuhan A' Sinks in Marmara Sea

Advanced underwater imaging technology plays a crucial role in the search for six missing crew members of the cargo ship 'Batuhan A', which sank off the coast of Turkey.

• The cargo ship 'Batuhan A', carrying 1,250 tons of dolomite, sank in the Marmara Sea due to severe weather, leaving six crew members missing.
• Advanced underwater imaging devices have located the wreckage 51 meters below the surface, marking a significant step in the ongoing search and rescue efforts.
• A total of 456 search and rescue personnel, including the Turkish Coast Guard and Directorate General of Coastal Safety, are involved in the operation.
• Empty lifeboats found earlier in the search add urgency to the efforts, highlighting the unpredictability of maritime disasters.
• The sinking raises questions about safety measures and regulations for cargo ships, especially those with a history of incidents.

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