The search for seven missing persons from the shipwreck of the Lima de Abreu 15 has now entered its fourth day in Manaus, Amazonas. The boat sank on the afternoon of Friday, the 13th, at the Encontro das Águas, an area where the Negro and Solimões rivers converge. Tragically, two individuals have been confirmed dead while 71 others were rescued alive. As the search continues, the urgency has increased with the deployment of additional resources.

The operation has been reinforced by a specialized team from the Maritime Firefighters Group (GBMar) of São Paulo, which is providing technical assistance for underwater operations. This team consists of three technical divers and two equipment operators skilled in the use of sonar and metal detection technology, aimed at enhancing the search efforts. The focus of the operations is concentrated on the specific location where the wreckage of the vessel was identified, which presents challenges due to the depth and visibility conditions of the area.

The Lima de Abreu 15 is reported to be approximately 50 meters below the surface in a location where visibility is severely limited, complicating conventional diving operations. As a result, the rescue teams are employing advanced techniques to increase their chances of locating the missing individuals. The ongoing search is not only essential for closure for the families involved but also highlights the broader implications for maritime safety and regulatory measures in Brazil's waterways.