Min-Hua-9 Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

On January 6, 2026, a tragic incident unfolded in the waters near Zamboanga City, where a 55-year-old Chinese crew member, Hanzhong Shan, from the vessel 'Min Hua 9', suffered a fatal electrocution. The accident occurred while Shan was using an electric-powered oil dispenser to grease the hatch cover. Reports indicate that he fainted as a result of an electrical shock, causing the oil dispenser to topple onto him. Quick action by a fellow crew member enabled the swift disconnection of power to the device. The Coast Guard District Southwestern Mindanao (CGDSWM) received an urgent distress call from the 'Min Hua 9' at approximately 10:20 a.m. In response, they deployed the BRP 'Tubbataha (MRRV 4401)', which included a medical team and nursing service sub-unit, from Bengo Wharf in Zamboanga City by 11:06 a.m. The team successfully reached the vessel at around 11:30 a.m., which was located roughly five nautical miles from the port. Shan was retrieved and transported back to Bengo Wharf, arriving at 12:07 p.m. He was subsequently handed over to the Bureau of Quarantine alongside the Coast Guard medical personnel. Following the transfer, he was rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment. Unfortunately, despite medical efforts, Hanzhong Shan succumbed to his injuries a few hours later. For further details and photos of the incident, visit the [source article](https://globalnation.inquirer.net/304887/pcg-assists-electrocuted-chinese-man-aboard-ship-on-basilan-strait).