Divers Injured: Fishing Vessel Incident at Houbihu, Taiwan

Two Divers Critically Injured After Being Struck by Fishing Vessel's Propeller

In a concerning incident off the coast of Houbihu, near Hengchun, Taiwan, three divers were struck by the propeller of a fishing vessel on the evening of [Date of Article's original publishing]. Two divers sustained serious injuries and were rushed to hospitals in Kaohsiung for immediate medical attention. The third diver suffered a leg injury and is being treated at Hengchun Tourism Hospital.

Reports indicate that the three divers were utilizing buoyancy compensators and awaiting retrieval by their diving vessel when the incident occurred. A fishing vessel, reportedly from Yilan's Wushi Harbor, allegedly passed directly over the divers, resulting in the propeller strike. The fishing vessel is believed to have continued its operations without initially realizing the impact.

Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident to determine the cause and responsibility. This incident highlights the importance of vigilance and adherence to safety protocols in shared marine environments, particularly where recreational activities like diving overlap with commercial fishing operations in Taiwan.