116 Passengers Aboard Boat That Sank Off Coast of Guyana, 8 Rescued
Summary
A boat carrying 116 passengers sank off the coast of Guyana with 8 survivors rescued by the coast guard and local boats. Search and rescue efforts continue near Port Kaituma.
Key Points
- A boat named 'MV Barima' carrying 116 passengers and crew sank off the coast of Guyana.
- The vessel was en route to Port Kaituma and sank around 11:01 PM local time on Sunday.
- Eight people have been rescued alive so far by the Guyana Coast Guard and local private boats.
- Active search and rescue operations are ongoing, with medical teams headed to assist the survivors.
