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Galaxy Wave ferry accident in La Ceiba

Overview

A Galaxy Wave ferry, identified as the Tropical Wave, partially sank at the La Ceiba coastal pier in Honduras following a routine trip from Roatán. The vessel became immobilized and tilted after striking rocks and sand in the dock area, resulting in a hull breach.

All passengers and crew members were successfully evacuated without reported injuries. While the vessel remains partially submerged, the company stated that maritime operations continue normally using the Galaxy Wave vessel.

The captain and the operating company have attributed the accident to poor dredging conditions at the pier. The company has called on authorities to prioritize dredging the dock, which serves as a vital connection for the Bay Islands and the La Mosquitia region.

Entities

Roatán · La Ceiba · Galaxy Ferry · Bay Islands · Galaxy Wave

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
    Ferry Tropical Wave partially sinks at La Ceiba pier

    The Galaxy Wave ferry Tropical Wave partially sank at the La Ceiba pier after striking rocks and sand. All passengers and crew were evacuated safely, with no injuries reported.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Galaxy ferry semi-submerged in La Ceiba, Honduras

    The Galaxy ferry, serving the La Ceiba to Roatán route in Honduras, is semi-submerged following an accident. The crew has been successfully evacuated.

Sources

contextohn.com · elmundo.hn · hch.tv · hondudiario.com · m.biobiochile.cl