30 deaths have been reported, as a Philippine ship capsizes along the coast | Guard | Ship
Philippine Coast Guard: A Philippine ship capsized, resulting in 30 deaths and 40 rescued
According to the Philippine Coast Guard, this afternoon, a ship capsized near the town of Binan Onan in the province of Rizal, Philippines, "resulting in 30 deaths and 40 people rescued.". The Philippine Coast Guard also stated that "the specific situation is still being further confirmed, and the number of casualties may change.". According to Reuters citing the local disaster management department, "the accident has caused at least 19 deaths and 40 people have been rescued.".
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Video screenshot. According to reports, at the time of the incident, the ship was about 45 meters away from the shore and suddenly encountered strong winds. Passengers panicked and gathered on one side of the ship, causing it to capsize. The search and rescue operation is still ongoing. It is still unclear how many people were on board at the time of the incident.