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Ferry carrying 116 passengers sinks off Guyana coast, dozens missing

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A ferry named MV Barima sank off the coast of Guyana on the night of July 19, 2026, while traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma. As of July 21, rescue efforts have accounted for at least 27 confirmed deaths, with 83 individuals reported missing. A total of 69 passengers have been rescued from the incident, and authorities continue search operations. The ferry was carrying 116 passengers and crew at the time of the sinking. Initial reports suggest the tragedy may have been caused by a large wave.

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A ferry identified as the MV Barima sank off the coast of Guyana late Saturday night, leading to a significant maritime disaster involving 116 passengers and crew members. The vessel was on a journey from Georgetown to the gold-mining outpost of Port Kaituma when it capsized, reportedly due to a large wave. As of Monday, the death toll has varied among reports, with numbers ranging from 27 to over 41 confirmed deceased, while authorities have stated that 83 people are still missing.

Rescue operations have successfully located 69 individuals who survived the sinking, with ongoing efforts to locate additional survivors amidst fears that more casualties could emerge. The Prime Minister of Guyana, Mark Phillips, confirmed the figures to the media and emphasized the gravity of the situation as search teams continue their endeavors to find those who are unaccounted for. The immediate focus remains on the rescue operations and assessing the overall impact of this tragic event on the region's residents and the nation as a whole, marking one of the most severe maritime incidents in Guyana's history.

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