Guyana ferry capsizes, leaving at least 27 dead, 83 missing
Summary
A ferry capsized off the coast of Guyana, killing at least 27 people and leaving 83 missing. Rescue teams, including local fishermen and help from the French army, are searching a large area for survivors after the MV Barima overturned during a trip from Georgetown to the Essequibo region.Key Facts
- The MV Barima ferry capsized Saturday night while traveling from Georgetown to the Essequibo region.
- At least 27 people have died and 83 are still missing as of Monday.
- Sixty-nine passengers have been rescued so far.
- Authorities now believe 179 people were on board, more than the original count of 133.
- The search area was increased from 400 to 1,070 square kilometers to find missing people.
- French military divers and medical personnel from nearby French Guiana are helping in the search.
- Two crew members tested positive for marijuana, and an investigation is ongoing.
- The ferry was built in 1939, and the journey usually involves traveling by sea before entering a river to reach remote areas.
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