At least 15 dead, dozens missing as ferry capsizes in Zimbabwe
Summary
At least 15 people died and 27 are missing after an overloaded ferry overturned on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with helicopters, speedboats, and divers searching for survivors.Key Facts
- The ferry capsized after hitting strong waves in bad weather.
- The boat was carrying more than 114 adult passengers and 5 crew members, exceeding its 90-person capacity.
- There may have been additional children on board who were not recorded.
- At least 77 people were rescued from the ferry.
- Rescue teams include local boats, a helicopter from Matusadona National Park, the army, and underwater divers.
- Lake Kariba is the world’s largest man-made lake by volume, located on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia.
- The ferry travels between the town of Kariba and nearby islands and fishing camps.
- Rescue operations faced delays due to bad weather conditions.
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