The shipwreck of a passenger ferry on the Amazon River has reached the end of its first week, with search efforts ongoing for five individuals still unaccounted for. The rescue operation, conducted by the Military Fire Department of Amazonas (CBMAM), has been marked as one of the most complex in the region's history, with no determined end date. So far, search teams have covered over 200 kilometers along the waterways from the site of the incident, gradually expanding their search area. The ferry, belonging to Lima de Abreu Navegações, sank on February 13, resulting in three fatalities and leaving passengers adrift at Encontro das Águas, a major tourist destination in the Amazon. Following the accident, 71 individuals were rescued without serious injuries, while five are confirmed missing. The local authorities are still investigating the causes of the shipwreck, though preliminary reports indicate potential issues with the vessel's capacity and navigation. As the search efforts proceed, the tragedy has raised significant concerns about safety regulations within the maritime transport sector in the Amazon region. Local officials and organizations are expected to conduct extensive reviews of current safety protocols to prevent such incidents in the future, especially given the area's reliance on water transportation. The ongoing search signifies not only the human cost of this maritime event but also the broader implications for public safety and regulatory oversight in Brazilian waterways.