At Least 15 Dead After Ferry Carrying 350 Sinks in the Philippines

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Yan ZhuangJanuary 26, 2026 at 04:04 AM

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A ferry, the M/V Trisha Kerstin 3, carrying 332 passengers and 27 crew members, sank early Monday morning near Baluk-baluk Island in Basilan Province, in the southern Philippines. As of Monday evening, officials confirmed at least 15 fatalities. The Philippine Coast Guard stated the ferry was traveling from Zamboanga to Jolo Island, a journey of approximately 100 miles. The cause of the sinking is currently unknown, and the number of missing individuals remains unclear. The ferry was reportedly carrying fewer passengers than its maximum capacity.

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