Rescue efforts by Russia's Ministry of Emergency Situations successfully retrieved 109 fishermen stranded on a drifting ice floe in the Sea of Okhotsk. The incident unfolded when a 10-meter crack developed in the ice near Sakhalin Island, prompting immediate actions for their safe evacuation. Helicopters and boats were employed in the rescue, with some fishermen deciding to stay to safeguard their catch. This situation is common in the region, as prior rescues have occurred, highlighting the dangers posed by drifting ice floes.
109 fishermen have been safely rescued after being stranded on a drifting ice floe east of Russia in the Sea of Okhotsk.
The incident occurred when a 10-metre crack formed on the ice, extending from the village of Malki to the mouth of the Dolinka River.
44 fishermen were airlifted to safety by an Mi-8 helicopter dispatched from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, while others decided to stay behind.
Sakhalin has seen similar incidents before, including last February when over 80 fishermen had to be rescued from a detached ice floe.
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