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[INTERNATIONAL] · Spain, Gambia · 58 sources

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Canary Islands migrant boat tragedy: Over 80 feared dead

A migrant boat drifting in the Atlantic for approximately 26 to 27 days has resulted in a major tragedy near the Canary Islands. Spanish maritime rescue services located the vessel approximately 120 kilometers south of Gran Canaria on a Wednesday afternoon.

While rescuers found 44 or 45 survivors—primarily men from Gambia and Mali—it is estimated that more than 80 people are dead or missing. The vessel, a wooden cayuco, reportedly departed from Gambia on August 7 with between 127 and 128 passengers, including four women and an infant.

Survivors were found in critical condition, suffering from severe dehydration, disorientation, and hallucinations after consuming seawater. Three individuals were airlifted to hospitals in Gran Canaria, while others were treated by the Red Cross in Arguineguín. Due to heavy seas and winds exceeding 20 knots, rescuers were unable to immediately recover five bodies found on board the vessel.

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Caminando Fronteras · Canary Islands · Gambia · Gran Canaria · Guardia Civil · Red Cross · Salvamento Marítimo · The Gambia

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Açoriano Oriental [www.acorianooriental.pt]
8 days ago
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