Philippines Ferry Disaster: 15 Dead, 28 Missing After MV Trisha Kirstin 3 Sinks

• A ferry, MV Trisha Kirstin 3, carrying 332 passengers and 27 crew members, sank early Monday morning in the Philippines.
• The accident occurred near Basilan province while the ferry was traveling from Zamboanga City to Jolo Island.
• 15 passengers have died, 28 are missing, and others were rescued by local fishermen, villagers, and official rescue teams.
• Despite clear weather and no high waves, the ferry sank due to a sudden technical malfunction, prompting an investigation.
• The incident highlights ongoing maritime safety concerns in the Philippines, a country prone to such accidents due to old vessels, poor maintenance, and lax regulations.

Why It Matters: A ferry sinking in the Philippines, killing 15 and leaving 28 missing, prompts an investigation into technical malfunction.