Search efforts for victims of a passenger shipwreck in Manaus continue, as two people have died and seven are still missing after the vessel capsized.
Search operations are ongoing for victims of a passenger vessel that capsized at the Meeting of Waters in Manaus, a popular tourist site known for the convergence of the Negro and Solimões rivers. The accident occurred on Friday afternoon when the Lima de Abreu XV, which was en route to the municipality of Nova Olinda do Norte, experienced instability and sank. Witness accounts and video footage captured the moment of chaos, with passengers, including children, struggling to stay afloat as they awaited rescue.
According to information released by the local police, two fatalities have been confirmed, and seven individuals remain unaccounted for. The Amazon Military Fire Brigade reported that 71 people have been rescued from the river. The event has raised concerns over safety regulations for passenger boats operating in the region, especially given the heavy traffic in this area - a hub for tourist boats and transportation for locals.
The Meeting of Waters is not only a significant geographical landmark but also a vital transportation route in the Amazon region. This tragic incident highlights the importance of enhancing safety measures and emergency response protocols in light of the increasing number of vessels navigating these waters. Local authorities are under pressure to investigate the cause of the capsizing and to ensure that future incidents are prevented.
