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Migrant boat capsizes off the Canary Islands

A migrant boat capsized off the coast of El Hierro, resulting in the deaths of four women and two girls. At least 150 migrants were on board, with emergency services working to rescue those still in the water. Rescuers have reported a three-year-old boy and a five-year-old girl being treated for almost drowning, and four other minors are being taken to the hospital for breathing difficulties. This event took place on 05/28/2025 at the following location: El Hierro, Spain.

Incident Type: Accident

Event Type: Large Accident

Total Fatalities: 6

Total Wounded: 6

Police/Military Fatalities: 0

Police/Military Wounded: 0

Civilian Fatalities: 6

Civilian Wounded: 6

Terrorist/Insurgent Fatalities: 0

Terrorist/Insurgent Wounded: 0

Number Arrested: 0

Source: AFP

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