Death toll in Keenjhar Lake boat tragedy rises to 10; two rescued

THATTA: (HRNW) At least 10 dead bodies have been retrieved from Keenjhar Lake when a boat capsized today, whereas, rescue teams continued searching for one more missing person.

At least 10 people including seven women and two children were drowned when a boat capsized in Keenjhar Lake on Monday. Two persons were rescued alive by the rescue workers.

According to police, at least 13 people were on board when the boat overturned in Keenjahr Lake.

People present at the scene managed to rescue two of them who were shifted to a hospital, while the search for the remaining people was underway.

Taking notice of the incident, Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah summoned a report from authorities concerned.

Pakistan Navy personnel including divers and medical team have also arrived at the scene to take part in the search and rescue mission following the request of the local administration. Moreover, the deputy commissioner and SSP Thatta are also present on the scene to supervise the rescue operation.

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