Search continues for foreign worker who fell off ship into Sg Batang Igan

The search and rescue operation is currently underway in Sungai Batang Igan, in the outskirts of Sibu, Sarawak, for an Indian national named [Name], who is believed to have fallen from a ship and drowned on April 11, 2023. The incident occurred at the Jalan Sungai Maaw shipyard, which is located along the riverbank of Sungai Batang Igan.

According to the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department Bomba, they received a report about the incident from the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) or the Malaysian Maritime Operations Coordination Centre (MMOCC) on April 12, 2023. The report stated that the Indian national, believed to be in his late twenties, had fallen from the ship into the river the previous day.

The identity of the ship and the cause of the man's fall are still unclear, but the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department has dispatched a team of divers, along with other emergency responders, to the scene to conduct a thorough search of the river. The team has been searching the area since the day of the incident, but unfortunately, they have not yet been able to locate the missing man.

The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department has urged members of the public to stay away from the area and to avoid engaging in any activities that may hinder the search efforts. They have also appealed for anyone with information that could help in the search to come forward and contact the authorities.

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) or the Malaysian Maritime Operations Coordination Centre (MMOCC) are also assisting in the search efforts, along with other local authorities. The Malaysian police have also been informed of the incident, and they are conducting investigations to determine the circumstances surrounding the man's fall from the ship.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of foreign workers in the maritime industry, particularly those working in shipyards and on ships in Malaysian waters. The Malaysian government has been urged to take steps to ensure the safety of these workers, including providing them with adequate training, protective equipment, and safe working conditions.

The search for the missing Indian national continues, with the hope that he will be found safe and rescued as soon as possible. The thoughts of the local community and the authorities are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.

It's important to note that this information is based on the available reports, and the situation may change as more information becomes available. The authorities are the best source of the latest information on this incident, and anyone with concerns or questions should contact them directly.