The US Coast Guard rescued 16 people after a boat sank off the coast of Mexico’s Baja California, according to reports. Eleven passengers are still believed to be missing, and rescue operations are continuing in the area.
The incident occurred in the waters off Baja, a region that frequently sees maritime traffic and occasional accidents. The vessel, which was carrying a group of travelers, went down in rough conditions that prompted a rapid response from nearby authorities.
Search teams, including the Coast Guard, are combing the area for survivors and debris. The missing persons are being listed as presumed lost until further information can be confirmed.
Local officials have urged anyone with information about the missing individuals to come forward, while the Coast Guard continues to coordinate with Mexican maritime authorities to locate the remaining passengers.
Baja California is a popular destination for tourists and commercial shipping alike, and incidents such as this highlight the importance of maritime safety and swift emergency response in the region.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
