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2 dead, 11 missing after boat capsizes in Philippines

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The Philippine coast guard says at least two passengers died and 11 others remain missing after a motorboat carrying 50 people capsized off an island south of the capital Manila.

A coast guard report says the motorboat Alad Express 2 was en route from Sibuyan Island to nearby Romblon Island when it capsized today for still unclear reasons. DZMM radio quoted a maritime official in the area as saying the sea was rough at that time.

The coast guard says 37 passengers were found on shore and taken to a hospital.

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First Published: Jun 09 2017 | 3:22 PM IST

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