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MV Matui Ferry Disaster Update | Auckland News
A ferry carrying 45 people capsized off Santo and Ambae, sparking a frantic rescue as no distress signal was sent until a survivor swam ashore. Delayed by weather and initial confusion, search efforts were finally guided by a local pilot spotting survivors — leading to 15 rescued and one recovered, with over 30 still missing. Families gather in Santo amid rising questions about why the vessel sailed despite strong wind warnings, with officials now investigating possible negligence and overloading. Private citizens stepped up to aid the search as crews battled three-meter waves and dwindling…
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