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Ferry Sinks in Vanuatu Amid Weather Warnings | Wellington News
A ferry carrying 45 people capsized Friday morning between Santo and Ambae, with no initial distress signal—rescue efforts delayed until a survivor reached shore. Aerial searches followed, but it was a local pilot who spotted survivors and guided rescuers. Fifteen are alive and hospitalized, one body recovered, over 30 still missing; another body found but unreachable due to violent seas. Vanuatu’s government is investigating whether warnings were ignored and if overloading contributed. Rescue remains top priority, while authorities thank civilian aid and vow to strengthen future response…
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