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Over 30 missing after ferry sinks in Vanuatu

More than 30 people are missing after a ferry sank in Vanuatu, with officials citing strong winds and possible negligence including overloading.

Puja Shil | | 1 min read

Over 30 missing after ferry sinks in Vanuatu
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In Brief

  1. Over 30 people missing after ferry sinks in Vanuatu.
  2. Prime Minister's office cites strong winds and negligence.
  3. Marine warnings reportedly ignored, vessel possibly overloaded.
  4. Investigation ongoing into the ferry sinking incident.

More than 30 individuals are reported missing following the sinking of a ferry in Vanuatu. The Prime Minister's office stated the incident appears to have been caused by strong winds combined with marine warnings that were not heeded. Possible negligence, including overloading of the vessel, has also been mentioned as a factor contributing to this loss.

Authorities are currently conducting investigations into the circumstances surrounding the ferry sinking. Officials have highlighted that the tragedy might have been preventable had the marine warnings been observed and safety regulations been followed. The search and rescue operations are ongoing, with the focus on locating the missing passengers and determining the full extent of the accident.

No official statement has been released regarding casualties at this stage. The government has urged strict adherence to safety protocols in maritime transport to avoid similar incidents in the future.

This is a developing story.

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