Fifteen fishermen are feared dead after two boats capsized early Thursday at Azizanya Volta Estuary in the Ada East District of the Greater Accra Region.
Information indicates the incident occurred when the two boats Barcelona and Shalom took off with fishermen on their usual fishing expedition in Ada East District, Ada. The two boats are said to be carrying a total of 19 fishermen capsized after they were hit by a strong tidal wave.
It is said that the two boats capsized near the estuary, while they tried to enter the Volta River.
The sea had been rough since Thursday morning, making it difficult for boats to return to shore.
Meanwhile, Reports say that upon getting to the residence, people were living their normal lives, since it is normal to witness these happenings. 7 of these fishermen are missing and as a result, NADMO and the Navy are doing everything possible to rescue them.
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