Cargo vessel runs aground on Rasmale reef; crew rescued

A cargo vessel ran aground on the reef at the Rasmale reclamation site, with its four crew members safely rescued.

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A cargo vessel ran aground on the reef at the Rasmale reclamation site on Sunday.

The four crew members were rescued without injury. Details on the cause of the grounding and any damage to the vessel or the reef have not been fully released. Authorities are assessing the situation.

The incident occurs as reclamation and development work continues at Rasmale, the site of a major planned real estate project. Safety of navigation in the area has been a point of discussion among local operators.

No reports of environmental damage beyond the grounding have been confirmed. Relevant agencies are expected to provide further updates.

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