"Unfortunately, the bottom of the boat ripped open," said Olivier Barbarin, mayor of Le Portel, highlighting the circumstances leading to the tragic capsizing in the Channel.
"It's a huge drama," said Mayor Barbarin of what is the most deadly single incident in the English Channel involving migrants this year, reflecting on the consequences of this tragedy.
Local authorities emphasized that while several people were rescued, they are in "serious condition," indicating the grave nature of the incident and potential for a rising death toll.
The Minck's captain recounted that the vessel had gone to assist the distressed migrants, just before the boat broke up, highlighting the immediate response to the situation.
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