72 killed in Zimbabwe ferry crash
In Zimbabwe, 80 people became victims of a ferry crash, reported by Zimbabwean police in X. Preliminary data indicates that on August 11, the ferry capsized due to strong winds and rough waters in the vicinity of Lake Kariba.
Consensus
- The ferry capsized on August 11 on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe.
- The cause of the accident was strong winds and rough waves.
- The depth of the reservoir exceeds 50 meters.
- Search and rescue operations are ongoing.
- The exact number of people on board is unknown.
- Children were allowed on board without tickets if accompanied by adults.
- At least 77 people were rescued.
- The number of fatalities increased to 72.
Points of divergence
- The police in Zimbabwe reported 80 fatalities, which is higher than the 72 reported by other sources. — tg_tass_agency
Coverage (4 sources)
- In Zimbabwe, 80 people became victims of a ferry crash, Zimbabwean police reported in X. — ТАСС (Telegram)
- Number of casualties in a ferry accident in Zimbabwe exceeded 70 people — Вести
- Number of victims of the ferry sinking in Zimbabwe has reached 72 — РИАМО
- Number of victims of the ferry sinking in Zimbabwe has reached 72 — Вечерняя Москва