CHINA – At least 6 people died and 2 remain missing after a van submerged into sea in Shandong province on Saturday.

The accident occurred when the minivan, which was transporting 11 workers, was departing from the Taoyuan fishing port in the city of Rongcheng, said local authorities.

Three people were rescued and are in stable condition while search efforts are continuing for the missing.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.