Death toll in Basilan ferry sinking climbs to 58

February 17, 2026 at 03:53 AM

By cavendano

Death toll in Basilan ferry sinking climbs to 58

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — Technical divers from the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recovered another body on Monday, during underwater operations related to the sinking of MV Trisha Kerstin 3 in Basilan waters. With the latest recovery, authorities said the death toll has risen to 58. A total of 293 survivors have been accounted

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PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — Technical divers from the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recovered another body on Monday, during underwater operations related to the sinking of MV Trisha Kerstin 3 in Basilan waters. With the latest recovery, authorities said the death toll has risen to 58. A total of 293 survivors have been accounted This article provides comprehensive coverage and analysis of current events.

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — Technical divers from the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recovered another body on Monday, during underwater operations related to the sinking of MV Trisha Kerstin 3 in Basilan waters. With the latest recovery, authorities said the death toll has risen to 58. A total of 293 survivors have been accounted

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