Canary Islands Tragedy: Migrant Boat Capsizes, Seven Dead

Canary Islands Shipwreck: Seven Dead, Including Children, Near La Restinga A tragic boat accident occurred near La Restinga in the Canary Islands, resulting in the deaths of seven people, including women and children. The incident unfolded just five meters from the shore, highlighting the heartbreaking proximity to safety. According to Onda Cero radio reporter Marta Garcia Aller, "No son una oleada, son niñas ahogadas" ("They are not a wave, they are drowned girls"), emphasizing the human cost of the tragedy. The boat, carrying approximately 150 people, had embarked on a 2000km journey from Guinea. The incident underscores the dangers faced by migrants and refugees attempting perilous sea crossings. Rescue efforts are underway, and authorities are working to identify the victims and support the survivors.