Tragic Ferry Capsize Near South Korea: 5 Missing and 2 Rescued in Ongoing Search Efforts
An 83-ton car ferry capsized off the southwestern coast of South Korea on the evening of December 30, 2024. The incident resulted in two individuals being rescued, while five others remain unaccounted for, as confirmed by the Korea Coast Guard.
The tragedy unfolded around 6:35 PM local time near Seosan, which is approximately 100 km (60 miles) southwest of Seoul. At the time of the accident, the ferry was carrying a total of seven people.
Coast Guard personnel successfully rescued two passengers and have initiated a search operation for the remaining five individuals. However, strong tidal currents in the area are complicating rescue efforts, according to authorities.
An investigation is currently underway to determine the cause of the capsizing, with Coast Guard officials working to uncover the details surrounding the incident.
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