Guyana Rescuers Search for 63 Missing After Ferry With 116 Onboard Capsizes
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Updated · Al Jazeera English · Jul 19
Guyana Rescuers Search for 63 Missing After Ferry With 116 Onboard Capsizes
3 articles · Updated · Al Jazeera English · Jul 19
Summary
Fifty-three people were rescued after the MV Barima capsized near Iron Punt late Saturday while sailing from Georgetown to Port Kaituma, leaving 63 people unaccounted for.
An 11pm distress call triggered a search involving Guyana’s coastguard and private vessels, with officials expecting more rescues once daylight improves conditions.
Public Works Minister Juan Edghill said the ferry carried about 250 life jackets, eight lifeboats and other safety equipment, and a medical team was being sent to treat survivors at sea.
The cause of the capsize was not immediately clear, adding uncertainty as Guyana pushes a continuing rescue operation off its coast.