Tragedy Strikes as Tourist Boat Capsizes in Egypt's Red Sea

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Tragedy Strikes as Tourist Boat Capsizes in Egypt's Red Sea
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A tourist boat named Sea Story capsized off Egypt's Red Sea coast near Sataya Reef, resulting in the recovery of three bodies and leaving 13 people missing. The boat, carrying 31 tourists and 13 crew members, sank quickly after being hit by high waves. While 28 survivors were rescued with minor injuries, rescue teams continue to search for those missing. The incident occurred amid rough weather conditions, with the Red Sea Ports Authority reporting high waves and strong winds. The boat had passed a safety inspection earlier this year.

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