MAIGO, Lanao del Norte — Three fishermen were rescued after their motorized fishing boat capsized in the waters off Barangay Liangan West in Maigo, Lanao del Norte, on the evening of November 12, 2026, following strong winds and rough sea conditions.
The incident occurred at approximately 7:40 p.m. while the fishermen were conducting fishing activities aboard a blue motorized banca. According to the rescued fishermen, strong winds and turbulent waters caused their vessel to overturn, leaving them in the sea.
Personnel of the Lanao del Norte Maritime Police Station (MARPSTA), together with the Maigo Municipal Police Station, Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), Coast Guard Sub-Station Maigo, and the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), immediately launched a coordinated search and rescue operation after receiving information about the incident.
Responding teams successfully recovered all three fishermen and retrieved their capsized blue motorized banca. First aid was immediately administered to the rescued individuals while responders awaited the arrival of the MDRRMO team.
The three fishermen were subsequently transported to the Maigo Rural Health Unit (RHU) for medical evaluation and appropriate treatment. Authorities did not provide further details about their identities or the extent of any injuries they may have sustained.
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The incident underscores the dangers faced by fishing communities, particularly those whose livelihoods require them to venture into open waters despite changing weather and sea conditions. Strong winds and rough seas can quickly turn routine fishing activities into life-threatening emergencies, especially for small motorized boats.
The successful rescue also highlighted the importance of coordination among maritime law enforcement, coast guard personnel, local police, and municipal disaster response teams in ensuring a swift response to emergencies at sea.
Fishermen are reminded to closely monitor weather advisories and sea conditions before heading out to fish, ensure that their vessels are seaworthy, and carry essential safety equipment, including life jackets and communication devices.