Tag: ferry disaster
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Philippines Ferry Tragedy: 350+ Aboard, 15 Dead
Overview of the Tragic incident A passenger ferry carrying more than 350 people capsized early Monday off Basilan, a southern Philippine province. Local officials have confirmed at least 15 fatalities, with rescue teams continuing to search for more survivors amid difficult conditions at sea. The vessel, identified by authorities as MV Trisha Kerstin 3, reportedly…
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Ferry capsizes off Basilan, Philippines; at least 15 dead
Sinking of a large passenger ferry near Basilan shocks the Philippines A passenger ferry carrying more than 350 people has capsized off the southern Philippine province of Basilan, leaving at least 15 confirmed deaths and dozens missing or injured, according to local authorities. The vessel, MV Trisha Kerstin 3, encountered trouble shortly after midnight and…