Shiretoko sightseeing boat sinks, outcomes of investigation into final yr’s accident introduced, captain’s lack of expertise identified | NHK

Regarding the sinking of a sightseeing boat off the coast of Hokkaido’s Shiretoko Peninsula in April final yr, the Japan Transport Safety Board introduced the outcomes of investigations into two accidents involving the identical boat within the earlier yr. It was identified that the captain of the ship lacked expertise. The captain’s lack of expertise was additionally identified within the sinking accident, and the Japan Transport Safety Board says that understanding the traits of the ocean space and prioritizing security are vital for accident prevention.

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