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2 Turkish nationals rescued from yacht fire in Batangas
Two Turkish nationals, Erdinc Turerer, 62, and Ergel Abdulla (also referred to as Abdula Ercel), 40, were rescued after their yacht caught fire and exploded off Limbones Island in Nasugbu, Batangas on Friday, June 16.
The individuals were sailing from San Isidro, Leyte to Ilocos Norte when strong waves caused reserve fuel to spill into the engine room and gas tank, triggering a fire and subsequent explosion.
Turerer, the yacht's captain, sustained first-degree burns on his leg and arm.
Abdulla, the boatman, was rescued unharmed.
They were rescued by local fishermen and the passing vessel MV Lady Martina after a search and rescue operation by the Coast Guard.
Both individuals were taken to Jabez Medical Center and reported to be in stable condition.
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