30/01/2026
TRAGEDY AT SEA: M/V TRISHA KERSTIN 3 (ZAMBOANGA → JOLO)
A ferry carrying more than 350 passengers from Zamboanga to Jolo sank near Basilan after midnight, throwing families, children, and crew into the dark sea. At least 18 lives were lost, hundreds were rescued, and several remain missing.
Survivors described moments of terror, heartbreak, and desperation—including a father who lost his 6-month-old baby to the waves.
This tragedy reminds us of the risks of sea travel, the importance of maritime safety, and the need for stronger enforcement of safety regulations to protect lives.
May we honor the victims, support the survivors, and demand safer seas.
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