Dozens feared dead after migrant boat found drifting near Spain’s Canary Islands
A migrant boat adrift for nearly a month is found near the Canary Islands with dozens feared dead
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At least 80 people are feared dead after a migrant boat was found drifting near Spain’s Canary Islands. The boat had been at sea for 26 days. Among the dead is a baby.
The boat was rescued by an aid group, which also reported that five people had died. The boat carried migrants who had been attempting to reach Europe from Africa. The boat was found by an aid group, which has stated that the death toll may be higher.
The Independent, people.com, Reuters and CNN are covering the story. The Spanish government has not yet released an official statement. The aid group is working with Spanish authorities to provide assistance to the survivors.
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Coverage (6)
- 80 dead, 44 rescued after boat found adrift off Canary Islands ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 5h ago
- Dozens Feared Dead on Boat Drifting Near Canary Islands Newser · 5h ago
- Baby among at least 80 feared dead after boat found adrift off Canary Islands following 26 days at sea The Independent · 7h ago
- Five dead on migrant boat rescued off Canary Islands, aid group says toll may be higher Reuters · 7h ago
- Baby Among Over 80 People Believed Dead After Boat Adrift for 27 Days Is Found Near Canary Islands people.com · 7h ago
- Dozens feared dead after migrant boat found drifting near Spain’s Canary Islands CNN · 7h ago
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How many people were on the boat?
The exact number of people on the boat is not specified. However, at least 80 people are feared dead.
How long was the boat adrift?
The boat was adrift for 26 days.
What is the current status of the survivors?
The aid group is working with Spanish authorities to provide assistance to the survivors.
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