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Ferry Crashes into Hong Kong’s Central Pier, Injuring Dozens

Ferry Crashes into Hong Kong’s Central Pier, Injuring Dozens
Source: Bloomberg
  • PublishedNovember 1, 2024

A ferry crashed into Hong Kong’s Central Pier while docking on Friday, injuring dozens of passengers, Bloomberg reports.

The Tsui Wah Ferry Service vessel, carrying 110 passengers and staff, lost control as it was berthing at Central Pier. Thirty-four male passengers, ranging in age from 27 to 74, were taken to three hospitals across the city: Queen Mary, Ruttonjee, and Eastern Hospitals.

The Marine Department is currently investigating the incident to determine the cause of the crash.

The severity of the injuries sustained by the passengers is not yet known.

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