“We have written to the PSC of Singapore and Marshall Islands. However, Balilo said the crude oil tanker would not be forced to stay at the anchorage area in Singapore while the investigation is being conducted. There is no definite date when the Marshall Islands would complete its probe and provide the PCG a copy of its report. He is not discounting the possibility that the fishing boat might completely sink underwater, “that is why we need to thoroughly validate” its location and condition. The PCG has two multirole response vessels on standby and ready to be dispatched to assist in the towing of the fishing boat to shore.

Source: Philippine Star October 09, 2023 03:59 UTC