On Sunday (November 9), a 40-foot catamaran named Boca de Yuma I sank during a cruise excursion in Samana Bay , Dominican Republic, leaving around 55 passengers floating in the Caribbean Sea. The vessel, carrying guests from the cruise ship Mein Schiff 1 operated by TUI Cruises, experienced an "internal failure" and rapidly took on water, according to the Navy of the Dominican Republic.

The catamaran sank within minutes after a collision with an object in the water , prompting the captain to request immediate assistance from nearby boats. The Dominican Republic Navy responded quickly, providing communication and logistical support to ensure all passengers were safely rescued and returned to the cruise ship. No major injuries were reported, although some passengers sustained minor inju

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