7 American Tourists Rescued While Sport Fishing In San José del Cabo 

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San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur – Seven tourists on a sport fishing trip had their adventure interrupted yesterday morning, May 29th, when their boat experienced an electrical failure. The vessel was approximately six miles off the coast of San José del Cabo at the time of the incident.

The group of American tourists found themselves in a difficult situation when their boat lost power. Understanding the potential danger, the crew quickly sent out a distress call requesting help from local authorities.

Personnel from the Fund for the Protection of Marine Resources (Fonmar) promptly responded to the call for assistance. According to official reports, the Fonmar team located the stranded fishing boat and ensured the safety of everyone on board.

“Seven American tourists were on board, and they were safely transferred to another vessel so they could continue their fishing experience without incident,” an official involved in the operation explained. This quick action allowed the visitors to resume their planned activities with minimal disruption, despite the unexpected mechanical issue.

The boat that suffered the electrical problem was actively engaged in sport fishing when the failure occurred. The Fonmar team, under the leadership of Luis Ramón Cárdenas Carranza, not only rescued the passengers but also took on the task of towing the disabled vessel back to shore.

The successful rescue operation was a coordinated effort. Fishing advisors Romeo Lujano Cordero and Martín Ramón Castillo González played key roles in the response. A volunteer from the Barrio La Playa fishing cooperative also contributed to the effort, demonstrating the community’s readiness to assist in maritime emergencies.

Authorities have not released further details about the specific cause of the electrical failure on the sport fishing boat. The focus of the immediate response was on the safety and well-being of the tourists and the recovery of the vessel.

This incident serves as a reminder of the potential challenges that can arise during marine activities. However, the swift and effective response by Fonmar and local fishing community members ensured a positive outcome for the seven visitors, allowing them to continue enjoying their time in Los Cabos.