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Jenny Cawson and Tariq Sinada are among seven still missing after their tourist boat capsized in the Red Sea. Their family is frustrated with the lack of information from the Foreign Office as they await news. Rescuers continue to search but speculation about the cause of the tragedy lingers.
The family of a British couple remains desperate for news after their boat sank in the Red Sea. Jenny Cawson, 36, and her husband Tariq Sinada, 49, from Devon, are believed to be among seven people still unaccounted for after the Sea Story capsized off Egypt's coast. Her father, Michael Williams, expressed disbelief and frustration at the limited updates they’re receiving from the UK Foreign Office, which said it is offering support to families affected by the incident.The four-deck boat was carrying 31 passengers and 13 crew when it was reportedly struck by a large wave during stormy weather. It was on a trip from Marsa Alam, a popular tourist destination, when it capsized. Of the passengers aboard, 33 were rescued, and four bodies have been recovered, but the operation remains ongoing.Michael shared the moment they learned of the tragedy, revealing that Tariq's mother informed them about the sinking via message. Jenny's mother, Pamela, remembered the couple had contacted them shortly after arriving in the Red Sea since they're experienced scuba divers.Communication from the Foreign Office has been sparse, leading the family to seek local sources for updates on their loved ones. Some survivors were reportedly rescued from the submerged cabins of the Sea Story, which has been located by Egyptian authorities. While speculation runs rife on whether bad weather or other factors caused the sinking, the Egyptian Red Sea governor confirmed there was no technical failure as the vessel underwent necessary safety checks.Survivors are reportedly being kept away from media, but local authorities stated they are in good condition. The tragedy raises concerns about the repercussions on Egypt's tourism industry, a sector highly popular for its diving tours and stunning marine life. Jenny and Tariq had traveled to Egypt and other diving sites around the globe, and their families describe them as responsible travelers who thoroughly research their trips.
