Second boats sinks off of Nias

Second boats sinks off of Nias

MEDAN, North Sumatra: A second boat has capsized in as many
days off the tourist island of Nias in North Sumatra, according
to data from the Sibolga Harbormaster Office.

The most recent accident on Tuesday claimed at least two
lives, while three people we reported missing. Another boat went
down on Sunday morning killing at least three.

Sibolga Harbormaster Fritz Agamsyah called on sailors and
fishermen on Tuesday to be on high alert while sailing on the
waters of Nias island, as the weather would remain dangerous in
the coming days. -- Antara