Tragedy Strikes as Boat Capsizes in the Philippines, Leaving 21 Dead and 40 Rescued
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At least 21 people have died and 40 others were rescued after a passenger boat capsized in Laguna Lake, Philippines, due to strong winds caused by Typhoon Doksuri. The incident occurred shortly after the boat departed from a wharf, with passengers panicking and causing the boat to overturn. Rescue operations are ongoing, and the death toll from stormy weather across Luzon has reached at least 30. Sea accidents are common in the Philippines due to storms, poorly maintained boats, overcrowding, and weak safety regulations.
Topics:world#accidentsdisasters#boat-accident#laguna-lake#philippines#rescue-operation#typhoon-doksuri
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