Trawler capsizes in Bay of Bengal: 6 fishermen rescued, 5 missing in Patuakhali
On July 5, 2026, a fishing trawler carrying 11 crew members capsized in the Bay of Bengal, 60-150 km from the coast of Patuakhali (near Galachipa and Payra Sea Port), due to adverse weather. Six fishermen were rescued (two were hospitalized) and five remain missing. Survivors reported seeing two deceased individuals drifting at sea. Search and rescue operations are ongoing involving the Coast Guard, Navy (including BNS Gomti), and local administration.
Involved entities
1 RecordFishing Trawler
Named victims
6 Records| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akash | Missing | — | |
| Emadul | Missing | — | |
| Forkan | Missing | — | |
| Harun Hawlader | Missing | — | |
| Sayem | Missing | — | |
| Al Amin | 45 | Rescued | — |
Akash
Emadul
Forkan
Harun Hawlader
Sayem
Al Amin
Agencies deployed
Local Administration
District or Upazila level government authorities
Coordinated search efforts with Coast Guard and Navy; provided 7,500 BDT and food aid to families.
Relief packages: 1
Relief amount (BDT): ৳7,500 BDT
Relief items: 7,500 BDT and food
Bangladesh Navy
Naval branch of the armed forces for maritime security and rescue
Navy conducting search and rescue operations, including BNS Gomti.
Other
Other response agencies
Conducting search and rescue operations.