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Three missing Omani fishermen found safe after boat engine malfunction and loss of signal

The Maritime Security Centre has announced the successful conclusion of a joint search and rescue operation for three citizens who had been reported missing at sea.

TAS News Service

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Tuesday, November 11, 2025

MUSCAT : The individuals were located off the coast of the Wilayat of Saham in good health.

Ghanem Al Khamis, member of the Municipal Council and representative of Al Suwaiq Wilayat, explained in an interview with Al Wisal that after communication with the relevant authorities and monitoring through the fishermen’s phones, it was determined that the issue arose due to a temporary loss of signal.

“However, with the advancement of technology, they were successfully located by citizens in good health, and it was found that there was a malfunction in the boat’s engine,” he said.

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