Eight fishermen missing after boat sinks in mid-sea

At least eight fishermen went missing and two managed to swim safety after a boat sank in mid-sea, allegedly due to gusty winds on Wednesday. Although, the officials warned them earlier, despite, the fishermen ventured into the sea.

Rameswaram: Eight fishermen are reported missing after their boat sank in mid-sea following gusty winds while they were returning to shore on Wednesday, officials said.

According to the reports, there were ten fishermen on board.

However, two fishermen managed to swim to safety, they said.

The boat sank 15 nautical miles (about 28 km) from here.

The fishermen had ventured into the sea despite the warning of strong winds and rough seas, fisheries department officials added.