One dead and more than 30 missing after ferry sinks off Vanuatu coast in rough seas

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A ferry sank off the coast of Vanuatu in rough seas, resulting in one death and more than 30 missing. Search and rescue operations continue as the government offers support to the affected families.

Prime minister’s office tells families of those missing ‘the nation stands with you’ as search and rescue efforts continue One person has died and more than 30 are missing after a ferry sank off the coast of Vanuatu, the country’s government says. The vessel, MV Matui, had set sail with more than 40 passengers and crew on Friday from the island of Santo to Ambae island in very rough seas, but did not arrive. Continue reading...