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Fisherman rescued near Paracel islands

by VTV404 June 2016 Last updated at 09:00 AM

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Fisherman rescued near Paracel islands
VTV.vn - The Vietnam Maritime Search and Rescue Coordination Centre successfully rescued a fisherman who was paralyzed while at sea near the Paracel islands, 390 nautical miles off Danang city on Thursday morning June 2nd.

After receiving the ship’s call for help, the Vietnam MRCC co-ordinated with Danang Medical Emergency Centre to prepare treatment for the fisherman, while calling for assistance from nearby vessels. According to doctors, the victim suffered a stroke and needed immediate medical attention. The Vietnam MRCC deployed ship SAR412 with a team of doctors on board to transfer the victim to the nearest hospital. He entered hospital on Friday.