Sulu fisherfolk recover suspected Chinese rocket debris

Fisherfolk in Sulu recovered alleged rocket debris, believed to be from a recent Chinese rocket launch, in waters off Pangutaran.

The debris, which bore an image of the Chinese flag, was found by a fisherman near the coast of Barangay Suang Bunah on December 30 and towed ashore.

The object is currently under the custody of Barangay Suang Bunah officials.

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is coordinating the transfer of the debris for proper handling and disposition.

The PCG had previously warned of potential debris falling in the waters off Basilan, Palawan, and Sulu following a rocket launch from Hainan.

The public is advised to report sightings of rocket debris and warned not to touch the objects due to potential toxic substances.

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