October 17, 2016 12:16 PM

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Ferry capsizes in Myanmar, 14 bodies recovered

In Myanmar, rescue teams have discovered 14 bodies after a ferry capsized in central Myanmar. About 154 people have been rescued since the boat sank early Saturday morning enroute from the town of Homalin to the city of Monywa. <br/><br/>Director of the local relief and resettlement department, Sa Willy Frient, said the boat was carrying more than 240 people, mostly students, teachers and doctors. Search operation is going on and Rescuers fear that the death toll could reach 100.

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