Migrant Boat Capsizes West of Puerto Rico; 49 Rescued, 10 Missing
A boat carrying migrants capsized in open waters west of Puerto Rico, leading to 49 rescues by the U.S. Coast Guard and a search for 10 missing individuals.
Raleigh Durham, NC, September 29, 2026 —
A vessel carrying migrants capsized in open waters located west of Puerto Rico, prompting a significant rescue operation by the U.S. Coast Guard. According to reports, 49 individuals were successfully rescued from the waters following the incident.
The U.S. Coast Guard is currently engaged in a search for approximately 10 individuals who remain missing. The exact circumstances leading to the capsizing and the nationality of the migrants have not been fully detailed.
Coast Guard assets were dispatched to the scene to respond to the emergency. The rescued individuals are reportedly receiving necessary care and attention. The ongoing search for the missing persons involves coordinated efforts to cover the area where the incident occurred.
Further details regarding the type of vessel, its intended destination, or any contributing factors to the capsize were not immediately available. Authorities are continuing to investigate the situation.
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