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Back to headlinesAugust 24, 2026, 7:00 AM PHT

Occidental Mindoro · Maritime safety

Five Missing Fishermen Found Safe in Occidental Mindoro

The crew of FBCA Balong 3 sheltered near shore during rough weather and was later located safely in Sablayan.

By FMB News DeskPublished August 24, 2026, 7:00 AM PHT2 min read
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Why this matters to Filipinos

FMB News connects the verified facts and evidence in this report to the decisions, costs, opportunities, and risks that may affect Filipinos, Philippine communities, and the country.

Editorial standard: Sources are listed below. Verified reporting, attributed claims, uncertainty, and analysis remain distinct.

Verified facts

What happened

Five fishermen reported missing after going to sea from Santa Cruz, Occidental Mindoro, were found safe in Sablayan, the Philippine Coast Guard said on August 22.

Romnick Temenia, Ronelio Temenia, Arjhay Ortea, Aldrin Bonilia and Agustin Ramirez had been aboard FBCA Balong 3 and were reported missing on August 16.

Context

Context

The fishermen encountered strong winds and rough seas, prompting the boat captain to move closer to shore and anchor near Barangay Poblacion I in Santa Cruz. When conditions improved, they proceeded to Sitio Tabok in Barangay Buenavista, Sablayan, to seek safer shelter.

The Coast Guard and the Sablayan disaster office verified their location. All five were in good condition, no injuries were reported and their boat was found without damage or other problems.

Filipino relevance

Why this matters

The safe outcome underscores the value of coastal coordination during rough weather and the importance of crews seeking shelter instead of continuing through unsafe sea conditions.

What to watch next

What to watch next

Fishing communities should continue monitoring official marine forecasts and local Coast Guard instructions before departure as rough-weather conditions change.

Sources and public record

INQUIRER.net: 5 missing fishermen found safe in Oriental Mindoro town (August 23, 2026, 9:38 AM PHT)