YAOUNDE, Cameroon, Nov 29 (NNN-IRIN) – At least 20 people were killed yesterday, after a boat they were in, capsized in Cameroon’s Far North region, according to witnesses and security sources.
The boat capsized, as it was transporting passengers from Darak island in the Logone-et-Chari division of the region, witnesses said, last night.
Local media reported that, more casualties are expected, as rescuers search for more victims.
Security sources said that, a formal investigation has been opened, to determine the cause of the accident.
Boat accidents are common in the region, often caused by overloading, faulty operations and severe weather.– NNN-IRIN
