Ferry carrying 116 passengers sinks off Guyana coast, authorities say
A ferry carrying 116 passengers has capsized off the coast of Guyana, prompting an urgent search and rescue operation. Authorities have confirmed that eight people have been rescued so far, while the status of the remaining passengers remains unknown.
Why it matters
This is a major maritime emergency with significant humanitarian implications for the region.
Image source, Transport and Harbours Department Image caption, The MV Barima was built in 1939 and is 40m (131ft) long, according to a listing on VesselFinder
A ferry carrying 116 passengers has sunk off the coast of Guyana with eight people so far rescued, local authorities have said.
The MV Barima capsized near Iron Punt, on its route from Georgetown to Port Kaituma.
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