THE Philippine Coast Guard reported that it successfully rescued 79 passengers, including an infant, from a ferry that ran aground off the port of Escalante, Negros Occidental last Saturday.

GROUNDED The ferry LCT Navistar with 79 on board ran aground while waiting for berth access at the port of Escalante, Negros Occidental. The Philippine Coast Guard reported it was able to promptly assist all passengers to leave the ship safely. PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD PHOTO
GROUNDED The ferry LCT Navistar with 79 on board ran aground while waiting for berth access at the port of Escalante, Negros Occidental. The Philippine Coast Guard reported it was able to promptly assist all passengers to leave the ship safely.
PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD PHOTO

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