The Mexican Navy rescued three Canadian sailors after their sailboat became stranded in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Baja California Sur, authorities said.
The incident occurred May 25, 2026, when the sailboat MASERRA suffered mechanical problems approximately 32 nautical miles west of San José del Cabo, according to a Navy statement. The vessel was unable to continue its voyage after experiencing steering system failures that resulted in a loss of propulsion.
The alert was received by the Naval Search, Rescue, and Maritime Surveillance Station (ENSAR), which activated emergency response protocols and dispatched a Defender-class vessel to assist.
Upon reaching the sailboat, Navy personnel confirmed that all three crew members, identified as Canadian nationals, were unharmed. The vessel was then safely towed to a nearby port.
In its statement, the Mexican Navy reaffirmed its “unwavering commitment to the safety of human life at sea” and urged mariners to properly maintain their vessels to help prevent emergencies.
Authorities also reminded boaters that maritime emergencies in Los Cabos waters can be reported through the following channels:
Mexican Navy Secretariat (SEMAR): 800-627-4621 (800 MARINA 1)
Local Naval Center: (612) 111-4868
VHF Radio Channel 16, monitored by the Mexican Navy and the Port Captain in Cabo.
