Four travelers from Masantol, Pampanga who had been missing at sea for 14 days have been found safe in Palawan.

The group disappeared while traveling by boat from Mangsee Island to Balabac Island on September 10, 2024.

Rose Turla, a relative of the missing travelers, said they had been worried for days.

"Halos hindi na po kami makatulog sa gabi sa kakaisip kung anong nangyari sa kanila... di kami makakain... lalong-lalo na po yung nanay namin may sakit pa," she said.

The Pampanga Provincial Government and Philippine Coast Guard coordinated a search effort with local authorities in Palawan.

On September 24, the four were finally located. They had drifted to Sabah, Malaysia after strong waves swept their boat off course.

An emotional reunion between the travelers and their loved ones was shared on social media, capturing the relief and joy of their safe return.

The travelers are set to return home to Pampanga.