Filipino Sailor Recounts Terrifying Houthi Attack in Red Sea
Filipino seafarer Cocoy shares his harrowing experience when the cargo ship he was on, the MV Magic Seas, was attacked by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea. Despite the intense gunfire and missile hits, Cocoy and his crew managed to survive by abandoning ship and being rescued by another vessel. The incident highlights the dangers faced by Filipino seafarers in the maritime industry.
A view shows the sinking of the Liberia-flagged, Greek-operated bulk carrier MV Magic Seas that was attacked by Yemen's Houthis off southwest Yemen. Filipino seafarer Cocoy was on duty when the ship came under attack. The crew faced gunfire from Houthi rebels in small boats. The assault on the Greek-owned Magic Seas broke a lull in attacks by Yemen's Houthis on Red Sea shipping. Crew members followed safety protocols and huddled in the ship's muster station during the attack. Despite being hit multiple times, they abandoned ship and were rescued by a container ship.
After the ordeal, another vessel crewed by Filipino sailors, the Eternity C, was attacked and sunk. Ten were rescued, but 15 are dead or missing. The Houthis claimed to have rescued some crew members, sparking concerns of kidnapping. Cocoy, who survived the attack, expressed concern for the missing crew and urged shipowners to avoid the Red Sea route.
Cocoy's experience has left him unsure about returning to sea. He emphasized the need to avoid such traumatic incidents. The Filipino seafaring community plays a significant role in global shipping, with many sending remittances back home.
According to the source: GMA Network.
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