Seven Dead, Including Three Children, After Migrant Boat Capsizes in Canary Islands

At least seven people died, including three minors, when a boat carrying migrants capsized in the port of La Restinga, El Hierro. The incident occurred as the boat was about to dock. Emergency services responded quickly to the scene. "It was chaos," said one eyewitness, describing the desperate attempts to rescue those in the water. The video footage shows the overturned boat and the frantic efforts of rescuers. The incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by migrants attempting to reach the Canary Islands and highlights the need for increased safety measures. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident. The tragic loss of life serves as a reminder of the human cost of migration.