Key facts
- A passenger ferry, the MV Barima, carrying 116 people sank off the coast of Guyana.
- The vessel sent a distress call at 11:01 p.m. Saturday.
- 67 people, including 15 children, have been rescued.
Passenger ferry carrying 116 people sinks off Guyana coast
IN SHORT
A passenger ferry carrying 116 people, the MV Barima, sank off the coast of Guyana. Authorities have rescued 67 individuals, including 15 children, and a large-scale search and rescue operation is ongoing.
Key Numbers
116people on board ferry
67people rescued
15children rescued
11:01 p.m.time of distress call
Who's Involved
MV Barima
passenger ferry that sank off the coast of Guyana
Mark Phillips
Prime Minister of Guyana, leading the government's response
Juan Edghill
Public Works Minister, provided details on rescue operation
↳ Why This Matters
The sinking of the MV Barima highlights the risks associated with maritime travel in the region and the ongoing efforts to rescue passengers.