Dozens of crew in danger as ship sinks in storm off Hong Kong

Dozens of crew in danger as ship sinks in storm off Hong Kong
A rescue helicopter approaches the sinking ship (Hong Kong Government Flying Service/AP)

An industrial support ship operating in the South China Sea has sunk with the possible loss of more than two dozen crew members, rescue services in Hong Kong said on Saturday.

Authorities sent planes and helicopters to help the rescue, with at least three people from the crew of 30 taken to safety as of 5.30pm local time (11.30 BST) Saturday.

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