Philippine ferry overturns, at least 40 killed

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Source: AP

A ferry packed with commuters that was buffeted by sudden monsoon winds and huge waves overturned Tuesday, killing at least 40 people including 11 children, officials said.

Regional army commander Maj. Gen. Jeffrey Sodusta said 76 people were rescued from the Don Dexter Cathlyn, which capsized shortly after leaving port in central Masbate island.

He said 40 bodies were recovered. The ship's manifest listed 119 passengers and a crew of six on board, though ferries frequently carry more people than officially listed.
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"There was some kind of whirlwind," Sindac said. "There was no rain, no typhoon; the waters were calm when it happened."

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