Manila Bulletin
BFAR provides aid to bereaved families of Bajo de Masinloc ramming incident
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) provided financial and food assistance to the families of three fishermen who died in a maritime incident near Bajo de Masinloc in the West Philippine Sea.
BFAR National Director Demosthenes Escoto handed over PHP20,000 in financial aid and food packages to each of the bereaved families, who were identified as Benidecto Olandria, Dexter Laudencia, and Romeo Mejico Jr.
The bureau will also provide scholarships for the children of the deceased fishermen, covering tuition, stipends, and thesis allowances.
The 11 survivors of the incident each received PHP2,000 in cash aid and food packs.
BFAR has also committed to repairing the capsized fishing boat and providing a new one to aid their livelihood.
The incident occurred when a crude oil tanker, Pacific Anna, rammed their fishing boat.
The Department of Foreign Affairs has opened an investigation into the incident.
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